Vocab Quiz 9

What does the word "pugnacious" mean?

• Willing to compromise

• Quick to argue or fight

• Extremely polite

• Indifferent to others' feelings

What does "exacerbate" mean?

• To make better

• To ignore completely

• To make worse

• To explain in detail

What is the meaning of "obnoxious"?

• Easily forgotten

• Extremely unpleasant

• Highly intelligent

• Very necessary

What does "abstain" mean?

• To participate fully

• To consume in large quantities

• To refrain deliberately

• To agree quickly

What does "brazen" mean?

• Shy and retiring

• Bold and without shame

• Confused and disoriented

• Quiet and respectful

What does "deter" mean?

• To encourage to continue

• To decorate elaborately

• To discourage from acting

• To confuse or perplex

What is the meaning of "forum"?

• A type of Roman soldier

• A medieval weapon

• A place, meeting, or medium for discussing issues

• A mathematical formula

What does "lucid" mean?

• Confusing and unclear

• Bright and shining

• Expressed clearly; easy to understand

• Heavy and solid

What does "preclude" mean?

• To predict the future

• To allow for

• To prevent from happening

• To include as a part

What does "rescind" mean?

• To confirm

• To repeal or cancel

• To resend or forward

• To respond quickly