Vocabulary & Word Formation Flashcards

Which word best replaces 'said' to show that someone spoke angrily?

Answer: snapped

'Snapped' conveys a sharp, angry manner of speaking, making it the best replacement.

What does the suffix '-ible' mean in the word 'comprehensible'?

Answer: able to be

'-ible' means 'able to be,' so 'comprehensible' means able to be understood.

Which sentence uses context clues to show the meaning of 'meticulous'?

Answer: She was meticulous, checking every detail twice before submitting.

The phrase 'checking every detail twice' provides a context clue that 'meticulous' means very careful.

What is the correct comparative form of the adjective 'good'?

Answer: better

'Better' is the irregular comparative form of 'good,' not formed by adding '-er' or 'more.'

Which of the following is a compound word?

Answer: sunflower

'Sunflower' is a compound word formed by combining 'sun' and 'flower' into one new word.

What does the word 'obsolete' mean?

Answer: no longer in use

'Obsolete' describes something that is outdated and no longer used or needed.

Which word correctly fills the blank: 'The professor gave a _______ explanation of the complex theory.'

Answer: concise

'Concise' is the adjective form that correctly modifies the noun 'explanation.'