Vocabulary Quiz

What does the word "reprove" mean?

• To praise

• To scold

• To ignore

• To support

What is the meaning of "pessimism"?

• Optimism

• Neutrality

• Gloominess

• Happiness

Which word means "hasty, not thorough"?

• Cursory

• Detailed

• Comprehensive

• Exhaustive

What does "profligate" mean?

• Thrifty

• Extremely wasteful

• Economical

• Frugal

Who is a "miser"?

• Someone who spends freely

• Someone who hoards money

• Someone who donates generously

• Someone who invests wisely

What does "jocular" mean?

• Serious

• Sad

• Joking

• Angry

What is a "fracas"?

• A peaceful meeting

• A quiet discussion

• An uproar

• A silent protest

What is a "caricature"?

• A realistic portrait

• A satiric portrait

• A landscape painting

• A still life drawing

What does "corroborate" mean?

• To deny

• To confirm

• To question

• To refute

What does "precarious" mean?

• Stable

• Secure

• Dangerous

• Safe