Advanced Vocabulary in Context Questions Flashcards

'The committee's ______ approval, granted only after months of delay, felt grudging at best.' Best fit?

Answer: perfunctory

'Perfunctory' means done without real interest or effort.

A 'taciturn' person is one who:

Answer: is reserved and says little

'Taciturn' means habitually silent or uncommunicative.

Select the word meaning 'to lessen the seriousness of an offense by partial excuse.'

Answer: extenuate

'Extenuate' means to make a fault seem less serious.

'The dictator's ______ rule tolerated no dissent and crushed every opposition.' Best fit?

Answer: draconian

'Draconian' means excessively harsh and severe.

Something 'ubiquitous' is best described as:

Answer: present everywhere

'Ubiquitous' means existing or being everywhere at once.

To act with 'alacrity' is to act:

Answer: with brisk and cheerful readiness

'Alacrity' means eager, prompt willingness.

Which word means 'inclined to find fault or complain peevishly'?

Answer: querulous

'Querulous' means habitually whining or grumbling.