Vocab 2 Part 1

What does the word "excruciating" mean?

• Extremely boring

• Mildly uncomfortable

• Intensely painful

• Slightly irritating

Choose the sentence where the word "abrasion" is used correctly.

• She felt a deep abrasion in her heart after the argument.

• The mechanic checked the engine for any sign of abrasion.

• He wore an abrasion on his sleeve to the formal event.

• The skateboarder suffered a minor abrasion on his knee after falling.

What does it mean to be "clad"?

• To be confused

• To be clothed

• To be cleared of charges

• To be clamped down

Which of the following best defines "corroborate"?

• To make less severe

• To confirm or give support to (a statement, theory, or finding)

• To corrupt or make impure

• To compete for

Choose the sentence where "cursory" is used correctly.

• She gave a cursory nod, barely acknowledging the comment.

• The meal was cursory, leaving everyone full and satisfied.

• He made a cursory attempt at fixing the leak.

• Both A and C

What does "dehydrate" mean?

• To hydrate thoroughly

• To remove moisture

• To cleanse

• To energize

To "derive" something means to:

• To divert away from

• To obtain something from (a specified source)

• To drive in a specific direction

• To decorate with intricate designs

What does it mean to "electrify"?

• To charge with electricity

• To excite or thrill

• Both A and B

• To electrocute

Choose the sentence where "endeavor" is used correctly.

• She will endeavor to finish the marathon despite her injury.

• The endeavor of the cake was quite remarkable.

• He endeavored his way through the crowd.

• The book was an interesting endeavor on the topic of history.

Which of the following sentences uses "gingerly" correctly?

• She gingerly accepted the award, her face beaming with pride.

• He walked gingerly across the icy sidewalk to avoid slipping.

• The chef gingerly added spices to the dish, careful not to overdo it.

• B and C