Vocabulary Mastery: Lesson 18

What does the word 'diligent' mean?

• Lazy and unmotivated.

• Careless and indifferent.

• Hardworking and industrious.

• Inconsistent and unreliable.

Provide a synonym for 'exemplary'.

• ordinary

• subpar

• mediocre

• model

What is the antonym of 'abundant'?

• ample

• scarce

• plentiful

• copious

Use 'meticulous' in a sentence that shows its meaning.

• He was meticulous about his messy room, never cleaning it.

• The student was meticulous in finishing his homework in a hurry.

• The artist was meticulous in her painting, ensuring every brushstroke was perfect.

• The chef was meticulous in preparing a quick meal without any care.

What prefix can be added to 'possible' to indicate 'not possible'?

• un-

• dis-

• im-

• non-

Identify the relationship between 'benevolent' and 'malevolent'.

• Synonyms

• Antonyms

• Neutral terms

• Related terms

What does 'contemplate' mean in the context of thinking deeply?

• To think deeply about something.

• To make a quick decision without thought.

• To ignore something completely.

• To express an opinion loudly.

Provide a synonym for 'arduous'.

• easy

• difficult

• simple

• straightforward

What is the antonym of 'optimistic'?

• hopeful

• confident

• pessimistic

• realistic

Use 'resilient' in a context that demonstrates its meaning.

• He felt resilient after giving up on his goals.

• She was resilient in her decision to quit her job without a backup plan.

• Despite facing numerous challenges, she remained resilient and continued to strive for her dreams.

• The resilient flower wilted under the harsh sun.