Vocabulary Quiz

Which word means "a harsh, discordant mixture of sounds"?

• Euphony

• Cacophony

• Symphony

• Harmony

What does "sesquipedalian" mean?

• Related to geometry

• Using long words

• Pertaining to ancient rituals

• A type of musical instrument

"Pulchritude" refers to:

• Moral integrity

• Physical beauty

• Intellectual brilliance

• Wealth and prosperity

A "panacea" is:

• A mythical creature

• A solution for all problems

• A type of medicine

• A ceremonial dance

"Obfuscate" means:

• To clarify

• To confuse or make unclear

• To decorate lavishly

• To criticize harshly

"Lugubrious" describes someone who is:

• Extremely happy

• Excessively mournful

• Highly energetic

• Deeply philosophical

"Sycophant" refers to a person who:

• Flatters for personal gain

• Is fiercely independent

• Avoids social interactions

• Specializes in rare diseases

"Ephemeral" means:

• Everlasting

• Lasting a very short time

• Related to philosophy

• Extremely valuable

"Quixotic" describes something that is:

• Highly practical

• Unrealistically idealistic

• Financially profitable

• Scientifically proven

"Perspicacious" means:

• Physically strong

• Mentally sharp; perceptive

• Emotionally unstable

• Socially awkward