Unit 3 W1&2 Vocabulary Practice

What is the definition of "appreciation"?

• Recognition and enjoyment of the good qualities of someone or something

• A polite expression of praise or admiration

• A feeling of being grateful for something

• The action of showing that something is valuable or worthwhile

What does "blurted" mean?

• To say something suddenly and without careful consideration

• To speak in a confused or indistinct way

• To interrupt a conversation with a sudden remark

• To express in a coherent verbal form

What is the meaning of "complimenting"?

• To politely congratulate or praise someone for something

• To give a formal expression of esteem or admiration

• To make a positive comment about someone or something

• To express a formal approval or admiration

Define "congratulate".

• To express sympathy in sorrow or misfortune

• To greet or honor someone with expressions of gladness

• To give someone good wishes on a special occasion

• To acknowledge someone's success with a gesture

What does "contradicted" mean?

• To assert the opposite of a statement made by (someone)

• To agree with someone's opinion or statement

• To provide evidence that confirms a statement

• To repeat what someone else has said

What is the definition of "enthralled"?

• To be completely fascinated or absorbed by something

• To be mildly interested in something

• To be bored or uninterested in something

• To be overwhelmed with confusion by something

Define "cultured".

• Having or showing good taste, manners, upbringing, and education

• Being knowledgeable about various forms of art and science

• Lacking refinement or sophistication

• Being indifferent to cultural values

What does "misunderstanding" mean?

• A failure to understand something correctly

• A clear and accurate interpretation of something

• An agreement or concord between two parties

• A deliberate misrepresentation of someone's words

What is a synonym for "confusion"?

• Clarity

• Disorientation

• Understanding

• Certainty

What is a synonym for "praise; good wishes"?

• Criticism

• Compliment

• Insult

• Blame