Vocabulary and Word Usage Flashcards

Which word is a synonym for 'concise'?

Answer: Brief

'Concise' means expressing much in few words, so 'brief' is the closest synonym.

Choose the word that best completes the sentence: 'The scientist made a _______ discovery that changed the field.'

Answer: groundbreaking

'Groundbreaking' means innovative or pioneering, fitting a discovery that changes a field.

What does the word 'ambiguous' mean?

Answer: Open to more than one interpretation

'Ambiguous' means having more than one possible meaning or interpretation.

Which sentence uses the word 'adverse' correctly?

Answer: The adverse weather delayed the flight.

'Adverse' means harmful or unfavorable, correctly describing weather that causes delays.

Select the antonym of 'abundant'.

Answer: Scarce

'Scarce' means in short supply, which is the opposite of 'abundant' (plentiful).

What does 'infer' mean?

Answer: To reach a conclusion based on evidence

'Infer' means to deduce or conclude from evidence and reasoning.

Which word correctly fills the blank: 'The new policy will _______ the old one starting next month.'

Answer: supersede

'Supersede' means to replace something, especially when it is older or less effective.