DYCIAN WORDS WEEK 9 Quiz

What does the word 'debacle' mean?

• A minor issue

• A small victory

• A total failure

• A successful event

Which word is a synonym for 'facet'?

• Problem

• Aspect

• Solution

• Detail

What does 'gravity' refer to in a serious context?

• Seriousness

• Lightness

• Simplicity

• Triviality

What does the verb 'amending' mean?

• To create

• To destroy

• To change or improve

• To ignore

What does 'delve' mean?

• To hide

• To celebrate

• To search or investigate

• To ignore

What does 'disparage' mean?

• To encourage

• To lower in esteem

• To praise

• To support

What does 'cajoled' mean?

• To criticize someone

• To persuade by flattery

• To force someone

• To ignore someone

What does 'contentious' mean?

• Simple

• Unimportant

• Provoking controversy

• Agreeable

What does 'touchy' mean in this context?

• Very risky or sensitive

• Very easy

• Very clear

• Very boring

What does 'trivial' mean?

• Of little importance

• Very significant

• Extremely serious

• Highly valuable