Vocabulary Test 65

The word “deflect” means “cause (something) to change direction; turn aside from a straight course.” For example: "the bullet was deflected harmlessly into the ceiling"

Option C: “Avert” means “turn away.” For example: "she averted her eyes while we made stilted conversation" This is closest to the meaning of "deflect". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option A: “Frustrate” means “cause (someone) to feel upset or annoyed as a result of being unable to change or achieve something.” For example: "it can be very frustrating to find that the size you want isn't there" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option B: “Cheat” means “act dishonestly or unfairly in order to gain an advantage.” For example: "she always cheats at cards" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option D: “Depress” means “make (someone) feel utterly dispirited or dejected.” For example: "that first day at school depressed me" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

The word “pivotal” means “of crucial importance in relation to the development or success of something else.” For example: "Japan's pivotal role in the world economy"

Option B: “Crucial” means “decisive or critical, especially in the success or failure of something.” For example: "negotiations were at a crucial stage" This is closest to the meaning of "pivotal". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option A: “Movable” means “capable of being moved.” For example: "they stripped the town of all movable objects and fled" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option C: “Internal” means “of or situated on the inside.” For example: "the tube had an internal diameter of 1.1 mm" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option D: “Mechanical” means “operated by a machine or machinery.” For example: "a mechanical device" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

The word “accuse” means “charge (someone) with an offence or crime.” For example: "he was accused of murdering his wife's lover"

Option D: “Impeach” means “charge (someone) with treason or another crime against the state." This is closest to the meaning of "accuse". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option A: “Absolve” means “declare (someone) free from guilt, obligation, or punishment.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option B: “Exonerate” means “release someone from (a duty or obligation).” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option C: “Vindicate” means “clear (someone) of blame or suspicion.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

'Motley' means consisting of many different types that do not appear to go together. E.g. There is a motley collection of old furniture in the house we're renting now. 'Variegated' means having a pattern of different colours or marks. 'Active' means busy with a particular activity. 'Disguised' means having an appearance that hides the true form. 'Somber' means serious and sad in appearance. 

The word “limp” means “walk with difficulty, typically because of a damaged or stiff leg or foot.” For example: "he limped heavily as he moved"

Option C: “Falter” means “move unsteadily or hesitantly.” This is closest to the meaning of "limp". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option A: “Kneel” means “be in or assume a position in which the body is supported by a knee or the knees, as when praying or showing submission.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option B: “Bend” means “shape or force (something straight) into a curve or angle.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option D: “Stoop” means “bend one's head or body forwards and downwards.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

The word “belittle” means “dismiss (someone or something) as unimportant.” For example: "she belittled Amy's riding skills whenever she could"

Option C: “Disparage” means “regard or represent as being of little worth." This is closest to the meaning of "belittle". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option A: “Insult” means “speak to or treat with disrespect or scornful abuse.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option B: “Mock” means “tease or laugh at in a scornful or contemptuous manner.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option D: “Scoff” means “speak to someone or about something in a scornfully derisive or mocking way.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

The word “affluent” means “having a great deal of money; wealthy.” For example: "the affluent societies of the western world"

Option A: “Prosperous” means “successful in material terms; flourishing financially.” This is closest to the meaning of "affluent". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option B: “Poor” means “lacking sufficient money to live at a standard considered comfortable or normal in a society.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option C: “Talkative” means “fond of or given to talking.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option D: “Close” means “with very little or no space in between; dense.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

The word “distinguish” means “recognize or point out a difference.” For example: "we must distinguish between two kinds of holiday"

Option C: “Differentiate” means “recognize or ascertain what makes (someone or something) different." This is closest to the meaning of "distinguish". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option A: “Darken” means “make or become angry, unhappy, or gloomy.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option B: “Abolish” means “formally put an end to (a system, practice, or institution).” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option D: “Confuse” means “make (something) more complex or less easy to understand.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

'Myopic' means not able to see clearly things that are far away. E.g. She suffers from myopic eyesight. 'Blind' means one who cannot see at all. 'Short-sighted' means someone who can clearly see things close to them. 'Astigmatic' means a fault in the lens of the eye that reduces the quality of sight. 'Cross-eyed' means having eyes that look in towards the nose. 

Option D: 'Gratify' means 'give someone pleasure or satisfaction'.