Vocabulary Test 65

The word “Placid” means, “not easily irritated”. For example: “not everyone shared his placid temperament”.

Option B: “Calm” means, “not showing or feeling nervousness, anger, or other strong emotions.” For example: "She had to keep calm at all costs." This is the closest to the meaning of Placid. Hence, this is the correct option.

Option A: “Clear” means, “easy to perceive, understand, or interpret.” For example: "She gave him clear and precise directions." This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect. 

Option C: “Enjoyable” means, “(of an activity or occasion) giving delight or pleasure.” For example: "They had an enjoyable afternoon." This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option D: “Dull” means, “lacking interest or excitement.” For example: "Your diet doesn't have to be dull and boring." This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

'Morose' means unhappy, annoyed and unwilling to speak or smile. E.g. Why are you so morose these days? 'Gloomy' means sad. 'Stupid' means foolish. 'Serious' means sincere. 'Stern' means severe. 

'Plush' means expensive, comfortable, and of high quality. E.g. He took me out to a really plush restaurant. 'Comforting' means making you feel less sad or worried. 'Tasty' means delicious. 'Luxurious' means very comfortable and expensive. 'Delicious' means tasty. 

The word “rebate” means “pay back (a sum of money) as a rebate.” For example: "the government rebates part of your own and your employer's National Insurance contributions into the plan"

Option B: “Refund” means “pay back (money), typically to a customer who is not satisfied with goods or services bought.” For example: "if you're not delighted with your purchase, we guarantee to refund your money in full" This is closest to the meaning of "rebate". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option A: “Loss” means “the fact or process of losing something or someone.” For example: "avoiding loss of time" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect. 

Option C: “Compensation” means “something, typically money, awarded to someone in recognition of loss, suffering, or injury.” For example: "he is seeking compensation for injuries suffered at work" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect. 

Option D: “Discount” means “a deduction from the usual cost of something.” For example: "rail commuters get a discount on season tickets" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect. 

The word “lethargy” means “a lack of energy and enthusiasm.” For example: "there was an air of lethargy about him"

Option D : “Listlessness” means “lacking energy or enthusiasm.” For example: "bouts of listlessness in his depression" This is closest to the meaning of "lethargy". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option A: “Laxity” means “lack of strictness or care.” For example: "the result of such fiscal laxity is a budget deficit" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect. 

Option B: “Impassivity” means “not feeling or showing emotion.” For example: "his cold, face full of impassivity" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect. 

Option C: “Serenity” means “the state of being calm, peaceful, and untroubled.” For example: "an oasis of serenity amidst the bustling city" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect. 

The word “garner” means “gather or collect (something, especially information or approval).” For example: "the police struggled to garner sufficient evidence"

Option D: “Collect” means “bring or gather together (a number of things).” For example: "he went around the office collecting old coffee cups" This is the closest to the meaning of the word “garner”. Hence, this is the correct answer.

Option A: “Distribute” means “give a share or a unit of (something) to each of a number of recipients.” For example: "information leaflets are being distributed to hotels" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option B: “Decorate” means “make (something) look more attractive by adding extra items or images to it.” For example: "the town was decorated with Christmas lights" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

The word “wrath” means “extreme anger.” For example: "he hid his pipe for fear of incurring his father's wrath"

Option C: “Anger” means “a strong feeling of annoyance, displeasure, or hostility.” For example: "the colonel's anger at his daughter's disobedience" This is the closest to the meaning of the word “wrath”. Hence, this is the correct answer.

Option A: “Jealousy” means “the state or feeling of being jealous.” For example: "a sharp pang of jealousy" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option B: “Hatred” means “intense dislike; hate.” For example: "racial hatred" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option D: “Violence” means “behaviour involving physical force intended to hurt, damage, or kill someone or something.” For example: "violence erupted in protest marches" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

The word “lethal” means “sufficient to cause death.” For example: "A lethal cocktail of drink and pills."

Option B: “Deadly” means “causing or able to cause death.” For example: "It’s a deadly weapon.” This is the closest to the meaning of the word “lethal”. Hence, this is the correct answer.

Option A: “Unlawful” means “not conforming to, permitted by, or recognized by law or rules.” For example: "The use of unlawful violence in the show was unnecessary." This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option C: “Sluggish” means “slow-moving or inactive.” For example: “He moved sluggishly towards his home.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option D: “Smooth” means “having an even and regular surface; free from perceptible projections, lumps, or indentations.” For example: “She liked how smooth the fabric felt on her skin.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option B: 'Abandon' means 'cease to support or look after'.

The word “serene” means “calm, peaceful, and untroubled; tranquil.” For example: "her eyes were closed and she looked very serene"

Option D: “calm” means “not showing or feeling nervousness, anger, or other strong emotions.” For example: "she had to keep calm at all costs" This is the closest to the meaning of the word “serene”. Hence, this is the correct answer.

Option A: “Solemn” means “formal and dignified.” For example: "a solemn procession" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option B: “Meek” means “quiet, gentle, and easily imposed on; submissive.” For example: "she brought her meek little husband along" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option C: “Delicate” means “very fine in texture or structure; of intricate workmanship or quality.” For example: "a delicate lace shawl" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.