Vocabulary Test 61

The word “anathema” means “a strong curse.” For example: "the sergeant clutched the ruined communicator, muttering anathemas"

Option D: “Curse” means “an offensive word or phrase used to express anger or annoyance.” For example: "at every blow there was a curse" This is closest to the meaning of "anathema". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option A: “Religious chant” means “a chant in accordance with religious scriptures.” For example: “They continued with their religious chants.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option B: “Pun” means “a joke exploiting the different possible meanings of a word or the fact that there are words which sound alike but have different meanings.” For example: "the Railway Society reception was an informal party of people of all stations (excuse the pun) in life" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option C: “Musical Subject” means “the material, usually a recognizable melody, upon which part or all of a composition is based” For example: “The musical subjects were placed on the boards.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

The word “niggard” means “a mean or ungenerous person; a miser.” For example: "He acted like a niggard, not spending any money."

Option A: “Miser” means “a person who hoards wealth and spends as little money as possible.” For example: "a typical miser, he hid his money in the house in various places" This is closest to the meaning of "niggard". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option B: “Loyal” means “giving or showing firm and constant support or allegiance to a person or institution.” For example: "he remained loyal to the government" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option C: “Divine” means “of or like God or a god.” For example: "heroes with divine powers" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option D: “Shrewd” means “having or showing sharp powers of judgement; astute.” For example: "she was shrewd enough to guess the motive behind his gesture" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

The word “diligent” means “having or showing care and conscientiousness in one's work or duties.” For example: "after diligent searching, he found a parcel"

Option D: “Industrious” means “diligent and hard-working.” For example: "an industrious people striving to make their country prosperous" This is closest to the meaning of "diligent". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option A: “Intelligent” means “having or showing intelligence, especially of a high level.” For example: "Anna is intelligent and hard-working" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option B: “Energetic” means “showing or involving great activity or vitality.” For example: "moderately energetic exercise" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option C: “Modest” means “unassuming in the estimation of one's abilities or achievements.” For example: "he was a very modest man, refusing to take any credit for the enterprise" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

The word “obverse” means “the opposite or counterpart of a fact or truth.” For example: "true solitude is the obverse of true society"

Option C: “Opposite” means “completely different; of a contrary kind.” For example: "a word that is opposite in meaning to another" This is closest to the meaning of "obverse". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option A: “Bitter” means “having a sharp, pungent taste or smell; not sweet.” For example: "raw berries have an intensely bitter flavor" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option B: “Reverse” means “move backwards.” For example: "the lorry reversed into the back of a bus" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option D: “Adverse” means “preventing success or development; harmful; unfavorable.” For example: "taxes are having an adverse effect on production" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

The word “ostentatious” means “characterized by pretentious or showy display; designed to impress.” For example: "a simple design that is glamorous without being ostentatious"

Options C: “Showy” means “having a striking appearance or style, typically by being excessively bright, colorful, or ostentatious.” For example: "showy flowers" This is closest to the meaning of "ostentatious". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option A: “Pretty” means “(of a person, especially a woman or child) attractive in a delicate way without being truly beautiful.” For example: "a pretty little girl with an engaging grin" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option B: “Modest” means “unassuming in the estimation of one's abilities or achievements.” For example: "he was a very modest man, refusing to take any credit for the enterprise" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option D: “Flagrant” means “(of an action considered wrong or immoral) conspicuously or obviously offensive.” For example: "a flagrant violation of the law" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

The word “debilitate” means “make (someone) very weak and infirm.” For example: "he was severely debilitated by a stomach upset"

Option A: “Weaken” means “make or become weaker in power, resolve, or physical strength.” For example: "fault lines had weakened and shattered the rocks" This is closest to the meaning of "debilitate". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option B: “Attack” means “make aggressive military action against (a place or enemy forces) with weapons or armed force.” For example: "in February the Germans attacked Verdun" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option C: “Surmount” means “overcome (a difficulty or obstacle).” For example: "all manner of cultural differences were surmounted" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option D: “Destroy” means “end the existence of (something) by damaging or attacking it.” For example: "the room had been destroyed by fire" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

The word “dawdle” means “move slowly and idly in a particular direction.” For example: "Ruth dawdled back through the wood"

Option D: “Loiter” means “walk slowly and with no apparent purpose; dawdle.” For example: "the weather had tempted them to loiter along the banks of the Cherwell" This is closest to the meaning of "dawdle". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option A: “Assess” means “evaluate or estimate the nature, ability, or quality of.” For example: “the committee must assess the relative importance of the issues" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option B: “Evaluate” means “form an idea of the amount, number, or value of; assess.” For example: "the study will assist in evaluating the impact of recent changes" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option C: “Fickle” means “changing frequently, especially as regards one's loyalties or affections.” For example: "celebs trying to appeal to an increasingly fickle public" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

The word “mirth” means “amusement, especially as expressed in laughter.” For example: "his six-foot frame shook with mirth"

Option D: “Merriment” means “gaiety and fun.” For example: "her eyes sparkled with merriment" This is closest to the meaning of "mirth". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option A: “Sorrow” means “a feeling of deep distress caused by loss, disappointment, or other misfortune suffered by oneself or others.” For example: "a bereaved person needs time to work through their sorrow" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option B: “Enthusiasm” means “intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval.” For example: "her energy and enthusiasm for life" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option C: “Adventure” means “an unusual and exciting or daring experience.” For example: "her recent adventures in Italy" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

The word “dissolute” means “(of a person or a way of life) overindulging in bad things.” For example: "unfortunately, his heir was feckless and dissolute"

Option D: “Immoral” means “not conforming to accepted standards of morality.” For example: "unseemly and immoral behavior" This is closest to the meaning of "dissolute". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option A: “Distant” means “far away in space or time.” For example: "distant parts of the world" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option B: “Repulsive” means “arousing intense distaste or disgust.” For example: "a repulsive smell" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option C: “Honest” means “free of deceit; truthful and sincere.” For example: "I haven't been totally honest with you" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

The word “supervene” means “occur as an interruption or change to an existing situation.” For example: "he had appendicitis and as complications supervened, refrained from work for months"

Option B: “Interfere” means “intervene in a situation without invitation or necessity.” This is closest to the meaning of "supervene". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option A: “Ensue” means “happen or occur afterwards or as a result.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option C: “Displace” means “move (something) from its proper or usual position.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option D: “Precede” means “come before (something) in time, order or position” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.