Vocabulary and Word Meanings Quiz

Which of the following words means "to criticize or express disapproval of"?

• belittle

• amorous

• voracious

• sojourn

What is the meaning of the word "voracious"?

• Having a very eager approach to an activity

• Lacking in energy

• To stay temporarily

• To criticize harshly

Which word from Lesson 6 means "basic or elementary"?

• rudimentary

• amorous

• sojourn

• motif

If someone is described as "cynical," what does it mean?

• They believe people are motivated by self-interest

• They are very loving

• They are always happy

• They are easily fooled

Which word means "to stay somewhere temporarily"?

• sojourn

• motif

• amorous

• censure

What does the word "motif" refer to?

• A recurring theme or idea

• A type of food

• A temporary stay

• A strong dislike

Which of the following is a synonym for "impoverish"?

• To make poor

• To make happy

• To make strong

• To make famous

What does "exorbitant" mean?

• Excessive or unreasonably high

• Very loving

• Temporary

• Lacking in energy

If someone is "amorous," what are they likely to be?

• Showing love or affection

• Very hungry

• Very poor

• Very critical

Which word means "to spread or promote"?

• propagate

• censure

• sojourn

• motif