DIT Ch.12-20 Vocab

What is the meaning of 'probation'?

• a) a period of testing and trial to determine fitness

• b) a permanent position

• c) an indefinite period

What is the meaning of 'industrious'?

• lazy

• working energetically and devotedly; hard-working; diligent

• inactive

What is the meaning of 'begrudge'?

• to envy or resent the pleasure of good fortune of; resent

• to celebrate

• to support

What is the meaning of 'alleged'?

• proven

• accused, but not proven or convicted; supposed

• confirmed

What is the meaning of 'assurance'?

• doubt

• confidence; a being certain in the mind

• uncertainty

What is the meaning of 'wrath'?

• mild annoyance

• very great anger

• slight irritation

What is the meaning of 'plausible'?

• a) unbelievable

• b) appearing worthy of belief; believable; credible; probable

• c) impossible

What is the meaning of 'procure'?

• to lose

• to obtain or get by care, effort, or the use of special means

• to discard

What is the meaning of 'conspiratorial'?

• open and honest

• having to do with secret planning

• unrelated to planning

What is the meaning of 'submissive'?

• rebellious

• compliant; law-abiding; obedient

• defiant