Exploring Vocabulary Mastery 2

Define 'neuroticism' and provide an example of its use in psychology.

• Neuroticism is a measure of intelligence and cognitive ability.

• Neuroticism is a personality trait associated with emotional instability and negative emotions.

• Neuroticism refers to a person's level of physical fitness and health.

• Neuroticism is a term used to describe social extroversion and confidence.

Use 'indelible' in a sentence that illustrates its meaning.

• He made an indelible impression by forgetting her name.

• The indelible stain washed away after a few days.

• The indelible ink faded quickly in the sunlight.

• The indelible mark left by her words stayed with him for a lifetime.

What does 'clinomania' refer to, and how might it affect someone's daily life?

• Clinomania is an excessive desire to stay in bed.

• An obsession with outdoor activities.

• A desire to travel frequently.

• A strong aversion to sleeping in bed.

Create a sentence using the word 'conjoin' that reflects its meaning in a mathematical context.

• The two sets A and B conjoin to form the set C, which contains all elements from both A and B.

• The line segments A and B conjoin to form a triangle.

• The function f(x) conjoins with g(x) to produce h(x).

• The two angles A and B conjoin to create a new angle C.

Explain the term 'felicitation' and give an example of when it might be used.

• A method of cooking used in French cuisine.

• A term used for a type of flower arrangement.

• A legal term for a formal agreement.

• An example of when 'felicitation' might be used is during a graduation ceremony, where attendees congratulate graduates on their accomplishments.

What is an 'accolade'? Provide a context in which someone might receive one.

• A formal award given only in sports events.

• A legal document for business transactions.

• An accolade is an expression of praise or admiration, often awarded for achievements.

• A type of food served at celebrations.

Use 'intriguing' in a sentence that describes a captivating story or event.

• The novel's intricate plot and unexpected twists made it an intriguing read that kept me on the edge of my seat.

• The ending was confusing and left me feeling uninterested, not intrigued.

• The plot was so straightforward that it failed to be intriguing at all.

• The story was dull and predictable, lacking any intriguing elements.

Define 'skeptical' and provide an example of a situation where someone might feel this way.

• Skeptical refers to a state of complete certainty; for instance, feeling confident about a new product's effectiveness.

• Skeptical means being overly enthusiastic; for example, trusting every advertisement without question.

• Skeptical is synonymous with being naive; for example, believing everything you hear without any doubt.

• Skeptical means having doubts or reservations; for instance, feeling skeptical about a health supplement's claims.

Create a sentence that uses 'stingy' to describe a character in a story.

• Mr. Thompson was generous and always shared his wealth with others.

• Mr. Thompson loved to give gifts to everyone he met.

• Mr. Thompson was known for his kindness and willingness to help others.

• Mr. Thompson was so stingy that he wouldn't even lend a dime to his best friend.

What does 'eccentric' mean? Provide an example of an eccentric behavior.

• Eccentric means very normal; an example is dressing in a business suit.

• Eccentric refers to being extremely shy; an example is avoiding all social interactions.

• Eccentric means following all trends; an example is wearing the latest fashion.

• Eccentric means unconventional or slightly strange; an example is wearing mismatched socks intentionally.