3NW Vocab Review

What is the meaning of the word "censure"?

• To praise enthusiastically

• To express severe disapproval

• To make a formal request

• To provide financial support

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

Which word describes something that is "capacious"?

• Small and cramped

• Spacious and roomy

• Fragile and delicate

• Narrow and confined

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

What does "mitigate" mean?

• To intensify or worsen

• To make less severe

• To completely eliminate

• To ignore or neglect

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

Which word best describes a "droll" sense of humor?

• Serious and somber

• Dry and amusing

• Aggressive and harsh

• Sentimental and emotional

Tags

CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

What is the meaning of "acquiesce"?

• To resist or oppose

• To agree or comply passively

• To argue or debate

• To initiate or start

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

Which word describes a situation that is "propitious"?

• Unfavorable and bleak

• Favorable and promising

• Dangerous and risky

• Uncertain and doubtful

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

What does "trepidation" mean?

• Confidence and assurance

• Fear and anxiety

• Joy and excitement

• Indifference and apathy

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which word best describes someone who is "diffident"?

• Confident and assertive

• Shy and lacking self-confidence

• Outgoing and sociable

• Bold and daring

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the meaning of "ennui"?

• Enthusiasm and eagerness

• Boredom and dissatisfaction

• Anger and frustration

• Curiosity and interest

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

Which word describes someone who is "jocund"?

• Sad and melancholic

• Cheerful and lighthearted

• Angry and irritable

• Serious and stern

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4