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Word Knowledge: Vocabulary in Context Flashcards

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  1. The officer's speech was meant to GALVANIZE the troops before battle. GALVANIZE most nearly means:

    Answer: Stimulate into action

    To galvanize means to shock or excite someone into taking action.

  2. The medic had to IMPROVISE when supplies ran out. IMPROVISE most nearly means:

    Answer: Create solutions on the spot

    To improvise means to create or manage something without preparation using available resources.

  3. The evidence was IRREFUTABLE — the suspect had been there. IRREFUTABLE most nearly means:

    Answer: Impossible to deny

    Irrefutable means impossible to deny or disprove; undeniable.

  4. The sergeant spoke in a TERSE manner during the briefing. TERSE most nearly means:

    Answer: Brief and abrupt

    Terse means using few words, often to the point of seeming rude or unfriendly.

  5. The scout's VIGILANCE kept the unit safe from ambush. VIGILANCE most nearly means:

    Answer: Alertness and watchfulness

    Vigilance means being keenly watchful to detect danger or difficulties.

  6. The pilot demonstrated COMPOSURE under intense pressure. COMPOSURE most nearly means:

    Answer: Calmness and self-control

    Composure is the state of being calm and in control of oneself, especially in difficult situations.

  7. The soldier's VALOR in battle earned him a medal. VALOR most nearly means:

    Answer: Great courage in the face of danger

    Valor means great bravery shown in the face of extreme danger, especially in combat.