The Word Within the Word Quiz

What does the word 'antedate' mean?

• To be younger than; follow in time

• To be unrelated to; have no connection in time

• To be equal to; occur at the same time

• To be older than; precede in time

What is the meaning of the term 'antiaircraft'?

• Designed for or used in defense against enemy aircraft

• Designed for or used in offense against ground forces

• Designed for or used in offense against enemy aircraft

• Designed for or used in defense against ground forces

What does the word 'bilateral' refer to?

• Pertaining to, involving, or affecting no sides

• Pertaining to, involving, or affecting three or more sides

• Pertaining to, involving, or affecting two or both sides

• Pertaining to, involving, or affecting only one side

What is the meaning of the term 'circumspect'?

• Watchful and discreet; cautious; prudent

• Careless and reckless; not cautious

• Impulsive and spontaneous; not thinking ahead

• Indifferent and apathetic; not concerned

What does the word 'combination' mean?

• A transformation or change of different parts or qualities.

• A joining or merging of different parts or qualities.

• A destruction or elimination of different parts or qualities.

• A separation or division of different parts or qualities.

What is the meaning of the term 'confined'?

• Unlimited or unrestricted

• Limited or restricted

• Expansive or extensive

• Open or accessible

What does the word 'descended' mean?

• Having gone from one place or position to another of equal height

• Having gone from one place or position to another of unknown height

• Having gone from a higher place or position to a lower one

• Having gone from a lower place or position to a higher one

What is the meaning of the term 'distracted'?

• Calm and composed; not easily agitated

• Inattentive and preoccupied; easily diverted

• Energetic and enthusiastic; not easily tired

• Attentive and focused; not easily diverted

What is the meaning of the term 'equilateral'?

• A figure having all its sides equal.

• A figure having all its sides unequal.

• A figure having all its sides uneven.

• A figure having all its sides even.

What is the meaning of the term 'extraordinary'?

• Beyond what is usual, ordinary, regular, or established.

• Something that is usual.

• Something that is ordinary.

• Something that is regular