Vocabulary Challenge

What is the meaning of the word 'dogma' based on the context: The group followed the religious leader's dogma without question?

• A form of currency

• A style of music

• A set of beliefs or doctrines that are accepted by the members of a group without question.

• A type of animal

In the sentence 'The speaker tried to exhort the crowd to take action', what does 'exhort' mean?

• To praise

• To discourage

• To ignore

• To strongly encourage or urge someone to do something.

Which word is a synonym for 'inveigle' in the sentence 'She tried to inveigle her way into the exclusive club'?

• beguile

• coax

• repel

• entice

What is the antonym of 'implicit' in the sentence 'The agreement was made with implicit trust'?

• clear

• overt

• explicit

• obvious

In the sentence 'He was just a nondescript figure in the background', what does 'nondescript' mean?

• Unremarkable or ordinary

• Extraordinary or exceptional

• Distinct or prominent

• Noteworthy or remarkable

If someone is described as 'parsimonious', what trait are they exhibiting?

• Indifferent to financial matters

• Careless with spending

• Excessively frugal or stingy with money

• Generous with money

Which word is a synonym for 'scurrilous' in the sentence 'The tabloid published scurrilous stories about the celebrity'?

• malicious

• libelous

• uplifting

• defamatory

What is the meaning of the word 'vociferous' in the sentence 'The protesters were vociferous in their demands'?

• Calm and composed

• Loud and demanding

• Aggressive and violent

• Quiet and peaceful

In the sentence 'The suspect was a complete nonentity in the criminal world', what does 'nonentity' mean?

• An unimportant person or thing

• A respected individual

• A notorious criminal

• A well-known figure

If someone is described as 'impetuous', what trait are they exhibiting?

• Thoughtful and deliberate

• Patient and cautious

• Calm and composed

• Acting quickly and without thought or care