Vocabulary

What is the meaning of the word 'coaxing'?

• persuading or gently urging

• confusing or misleading

• ignoring or neglecting

• forcing or pressuring

Which word means 'to persuade someone using flattery or sweet talk'?

• flatter

• coddle

• bribe

• coax

What is the synonym of the word 'utter'?

• communicate

• express

• say

• speak

What does the word 'flattery' mean?

• Sincere compliments

• Constructive criticism

• Honest feedback

• Excessive or insincere praise or compliments

Which word means 'to give or grant something as a gift'?

• bestow

• receive

• donate

• refuse

What is the meaning of the word 'mar'?

• to impair the appearance of something

• to make something disappear

• to cause something to sink

• to improve the appearance of something

Which word means 'showing off or attracting attention in a vulgar or pretentious way'?

• extravagant

• ostentatious

• pretentious

• modest

What does the word 'discern' mean?

• Doubt or question

• Ignore or overlook

• Forget or remember

• Perceive or recognize

Which word means 'bitter indignation or ill will felt as a result of a real or imagined grievance'?

• forgiveness

• happiness

• anger

• resentment

What is the meaning of the word 'retreat'?

• withdraw or move back

• advance or move forward

• stand still or stay in place

• attack or move aggressively