Vocabulary Set H

1. Which word means “to express disapproval or disappointment in a subtle way”?

A. admonish
B. obfuscate
C. exhort
D. extol

2. Which term best describes someone who is excessively concerned with minor details or rules?

A. ephemeral
B. serendipitous
C. phlegmatic
D. pedantic

3. Which word means “a sudden and unexpected change or shift, especially one that brings good fortune”?

A. paradigm
B. quintessential
C. fortuitous
D. windfall

4. What does the word “mellifluous” mean?

A. sweet-sounding
B. harsh-sounding
C. boring
D. complex

5. Which word describes a state of being calm and not easily upset?

A. belligerent
B. volatile
C. placid
D. irate

6. Which term refers to an action or process that is carried out in secret?

A. blatant
B. overt
C. transparent
D. clandestine

7. What does “perplex” mean?

A. to explain clearly
B. to confuse
C. to inspire
D. to comfort

8. Which word best describes something that is only temporary?

A. transient
B. enduring
C. permanent
D. immutable

9. Which term refers to an exaggerated or pretentious display designed to impress?

A. humility
B. ostentation
C. modesty
D. simplicity

10. What does “cacophony” refer to?

A. pleasant sounds
B. silence
C. harsh or discordant sounds
D. rhythmical music

11. Which word means “to argue or quarrel noisily”?

A. placate
B. bicker
C. debate
D. negotiate

12. What does “ubiquitous” mean?

A. rare
B. unique
C. outdated
D. widespread

13. Which term describes an overly elaborate or showy piece of writing or speech?

A. verbose
B. succinct
C. terse
D. concise

14. What does “serendipity” mean?

A. fortunate accident
B. bad luck
C. deliberate action
D. misfortune

15. Which word means “to make amends or compensation for”?

A. neglect
B. abandon
C. atone
D. exacerbate

16. What does “dormant” mean?

A. active
B. sleeping or inactive
C. fleeting
D. dynamic

17. Which term describes something that is unusually high in degree or intensity?

A. extreme
B. mild
C. moderate
D. trivial

18. What does “vindicate” mean?

A. to condemn
B. to justify or clear from blame
C. to ignore
D. to criticize

19. Which word describes a person who is overly confident or arrogant?

A. presumptuous
B. diffident
C. humble
D. reserved

20. What does “altruistic” mean?

A. selfless
B. selfish
C. greedy
D. apathetic

21. Which term means “an extremely important or decisive moment”?

A. event
B. incident
C. crisis
D. occurrence

22. What does “sublime” mean?

A. ordinary
B. trivial
C. mediocre
D. impressive and awe-inspiring

23. Which word describes a person who avoids conflict and prefers to stay out of disputes?

A. belligerent
B. contentious
C. conciliatory
D. combative

24. What does “meticulous” mean?

A. detailed and precise
B. careless
C. indifferent
D. hasty

25. Which term means “to examine carefully and in detail”?

A. scrutinize
B. glance
C. overlook
D. skim