NYTimes Vocabulary 5/14

Which word means "relating to or characteristic of autumn"?

• Autumnal

• Solipsism

• Unctuous

• Caricature

What is the definition of "untenable"?

• A depiction that exaggerates features for comic effect

• Not able to be defended or maintained

• A mystery story with multiple suspects

• Excessively flattering or oily

Which term refers to a mystery or detective story focused on solving a crime?

• Whodunit

• Unctuous

• Solipsism

• Autumnal

If someone is described as "unctuous," what are they most likely being?

• Extremely self-focused

• Excessively flattering or insincere

• Unable to defend their position

• Suggestive of autumn

Which word best describes a drawing that exaggerates someone's features for comic effect?

• Caricature

• Untenable

• Whodunit

• Solipsism

Which of the following sentences uses the word "untenable" correctly?

• The lawyer realized her argument was untenable and decided to withdraw.

• The autumnal leaves were bright red and orange.

• He read a whodunit before bed every night.

• The unctuous sauce was delicious.

Choose the sentence that best demonstrates the meaning of "solipsism."

• Her solipsism made it hard for her to consider anyone else's feelings.

• The autumnal breeze was chilly.

• The detective solved the whodunit quickly.

• The caricature made everyone laugh.

Which word would best describe a person who flatters others in a way that seems insincere?

• Unctuous

• Untenable

• Autumnal

• Whodunit

A book that keeps readers guessing about the identity of the criminal until the end is best described as a:

• Caricature

• Whodunit

• Solipsism

• Untenable

Which of the following best differentiates "caricature" from "autumnal"?

• "Caricature" is a type of mystery story, while "autumnal" means self-focused.

• "Caricature" exaggerates features for comic effect, while "autumnal" relates to the fall season.

• "Caricature" is about being unable to defend a position, while "autumnal" means flattering.

• "Caricature" is a philosophical idea, while "autumnal" is a detective story.