Vocabulary Test 68

The word “range” means “the area covered by or included in something.” For example: "a guide to the range of debate this issue has generated"

Option B: “Expanse” means “a wide continuous area of something." This is closest to the meaning of "range". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option A: “Level” means “a horizontal plane or line with respect to the distance above or below a given point.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option C: “Grade” means “a particular level of rank, quality, proficiency, or value.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option D: “Standing” means “position, status, or reputation.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

The word “stubborn” means “having or showing dogged determination not to change one's attitude or position on something, especially in spite of good reasons to do so.” For example: "you're a silly, stubborn old woman"

Option B: “Obstinate” means “stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or chosen course of action, despite attempts to persuade one to do so" This is closest to the meaning of “stubborn". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option A: “Easy” means “achieved without great effort; presenting few difficulties” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option C: “Willing” means “ready, eager, or prepared to do something” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option D: “Pliable” means “easily bent; flexible” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

The word “terminate” means “bring to an end.” For example: "he was advised to terminate the contract"

Option C: “End” means “a termination of a state or situation. " This is closest to the meaning of "terminate". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option A: “Suspend” means “temporarily prevent from continuing or being in force or effect.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option B: “Dismiss” means “order or allow to leave; send away.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option D: “Interrupt” means “stop the continuous progress of (an activity or process).” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

The word “Grave” means “serious or solemn in manner or appearance.” For example: "his face was grave"

Option D: “Solemn” means “not cheerful or smiling; serious" This is closest to the meaning of "Grave". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option A: “Formidable” means “inspiring fear or respect through being impressively large, powerful, intense, or capable” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option B: “Bitter” means “having a sharp, pungent taste or smell; not sweet” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option C: “Pregnant” means “full of meaning; significant or suggestive” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

The word “Lavish” means “sumptuously rich, elaborate, or luxurious.” For example: "a lavish banquet"

Option A: “Profuse” means “very plentiful; abundant" This is closest to the meaning of "Lavish". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option B: “Showy” means “having a striking appearance or style, typically by being excessively bright, colorful, or ostentatious” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option C: “Gay” means “light-hearted and carefree” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option D: “Carefree” means “free from anxiety or responsibility” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

The word “majestic” means “having or showing impressive beauty or scale.” For example: “the majestic Canadian Rockies"

Option C: “Grand” means “magnificent and imposing in appearance, size, or style” This is closest to the meaning of "majestic". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option A: “Attractive” means “pleasing or appealing to the senses” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option B: “Extraordinary” means “very unusual or remarkable” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option D: “Interesting” means “arousing curiosity or interest; holding or catching the attention” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

'Baffle' means to cause someone to be completely unable to understand or explain something. E.g. She was completely baffled by his strange behaviour. 'Insult' means an offensive remark or action. 'Frustrate' means the feeling of annoyed and less confident. 'Defame' means to damage the reputation of a person or group by saying bad things about them. 'Antagonize' means to make someone dislike you or feel opposed to you. 

The word “Elicit” means “evoke or draw out (a reaction, answer, or fact) from someone.” For example: "I tried to elicit a smile from Joanna”

Option B: “Extract” means “remove or take out, especially by effort or force" This is closest to the meaning of "elicit". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option A: “Induce” means “bring about or give rise to” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option C: “Divulge” means “make known (private or sensitive information)” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option D: “Instill” means “gradually but firmly establish (an idea or attitude) in a person's mind” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

'Vocation' means a type of work you think you are suited to doing. E.g. To work in medicine, you should have a vocation for it. 'Hobby' means an activity someone does for pleasure when they are not working. 'Occupation' means a person's job. 'Post' means a position on which someone is hired. 'Employment' means to have a job. 

'Gripe' means a strong complaint. E.g. Her main gripe is that she's not being trained properly. 'Complaint' means a statement that something is wrong or not satisfactory. 'Journey' means the act of travelling from one place to another. 'Resentment' means a feeling of anger because you have been forced to accept something that you do not like. 'Satisfaction' means a pleasant feeling that you get when you receive something you wanted.