Sat Vocabulary Quiz 27 (60 MCQs)

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1. Antonym for CYNICAL
2. Express sorrow .....
3. "Formally reject or disavow a formerly held belief, usually under pressure" . Choose the correct vocabulary word that goes with the statement.
4. An established truth; an old saying or axiom
5. Which word would best describe a painting that is extremely strange and outlandish in style?
6. Any trouble that severely tests courage, strength, patience, conscience
7. His constant whistling would ..... her, sometimes causing her to leave in a huff.
8. There was nothing in his ..... that suggested he was anxious.
9. Having or exercising sound judment
10. Ben's mom encouraged him to try out for the play because he was so ..... and comfortable in front of crowds.
11. The old carpenter's hands are no longer ..... enough for him to build furniture.
12. Using sarcasm or wit to ridicule a vice (greed, pride, etc.)
13. What does "Postulate" mean?
14. Fond of parties or social events-social
15. Showing ill will; wishing to hurt
16. Select the correct vocabulary word for the followiong definition:state of uncertainy or perplexity especially as requiring a choice between equally unfavorable options
17. Which word is synonymous with someone who does, says, or wears things intended to attract notice and impress others?
18. (noun) one who is defeated in a race, election, or other competition; loser
19. Wind instruments produce very special effects in chamber-music, and need an exceedingly skillful technique on the part of the composer.
20. How would you define 'incoherent'?
21. Select the correct definition:thrifty
22. To attack vigorously
23. Correctness or uprightness; unerring in following principles.
24. In the sentence "Despite the inclement weather, the resolute hikers continued their ascent, " what does "resolute" mean?
25. Bombast is best defined as having .....
26. What is the definition of the word 'Impending'?
27. Consisting of a diverse variety of elements
28. Lacking in liveliness and flavor; dull
29. What does it mean to 'foretell' something?
30. Define-Ambivalent
31. The definition of scrutinize is .....
32. What is the root word of 'antediluvian' and what does it mean?
33. What is the definition of the word 'Chagrin'?
34. To feel sorrow for; to mourn
35. A conscientious person tends to be seen as
36. Manny is so ..... ; he never thinks before he acts.
37. Which word is synonymous with a feeling of extreme joy?
38. One who can see the future
39. After long negotiations, the company finally (a) to the workers' demands.
40. What word is the closest to this definition "Not harmful, or offensive"
41. A desire to atone for wrongdoing
42. Good ..... skills can lead to a good job in public speaking.
43. My grandfather used to tell really good anecdotes from his days in the army.
44. Sameness of sound, style, or color
45. Select the correct definition:misanthrope
46. The ..... young man received a perfect score on his SAT test.
47. The contract presented responsibilities for both parties. The contract was .....
48. A ..... of water flooded over the cliff and into the river.
49. True or FalseCorroborate-V. To provide evidence for; to back up (a claim)
50. Agonizing physical or mental pain
51. Incapable of making mistakes
52. What might obfuscate your understanding of a science lesson?
53. What does it mean to 'persist'?
54. I received a blurred, ..... fax that didn't help at all.
55. What is the definition of desicate (v)
56. What does the word "Embellish" mean?
57. Antonym for DEMURE
58. Ever since I accidentally offended my boss in the staff meeting yesterday, he has been treating me in a freezing manner and ignoring all of my attempts to apologize.
59. To one side, crooked
60. To ridicule; to mock