Vocabulary Multiple-Choice Test: Definitions Only

1. Disparity

• A loud argument

• A noticeable difference or inequality

• A false statement

• A supportive action

Forestall

• To encourage discussion

• To praise excessively

• To prevent or delay by acting in advance

• To follow strictly

3. Insidious

• Harmless but annoying

• Gradually harmful or deceptive

• Openly hostile

• Easily forgotten

4. Insinuate

• To state directly

• To suggest subtly or indirectly

• To scream loudly

• To compliment genuinely

Interrogate

• To avoid responsibility

• To question aggressively or formally

• To rescue from danger

• To welcome politely

6. Obsequious

• Rebellious

• Extremely submissive or flattering

• Secretive

• Clever and witty

7. Omnipotent

• A. All-knowing

• B. Foolish

• C. All-powerful

• D. Friendly

8. Opportune

• Unexpected

• Suitable or convenient for a particular time

• Unlucky

• Misleading

Permeate

• To remain still

• To scatter

• To spread throughout

• To block entirely

10. Retribution

• A. A reward for good behavior

• B. Forgiveness

• C. A deserved punishment

• D. A humorous comeback