Vocabulary and Word Usage Flashcards

Which sentence uses 'affect' correctly?

Answer: Stress can affect your sleep.

'Affect' is a verb meaning to influence or have an impact on something.

What does 'eloquent' mean?

Answer: Fluent and persuasive in speech

'Eloquent' describes someone who expresses ideas clearly and persuasively.

Choose the word closest in meaning to 'obstinate'.

Answer: Stubborn

'Obstinate' means stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or chosen course.

Which word best completes the sentence: 'She felt _______ after finishing the long project.'

Answer: elated

'Elated' means very happy or jubilant, fitting the feeling after completing a long task.

What is the meaning of the prefix 'mis-' in the word 'misunderstand'?

Answer: Wrongly or badly

The prefix 'mis-' means wrongly or badly, so 'misunderstand' means to understand incorrectly.

Which of the following is an example of a homophone pair?

Answer: There / their

'There' and 'their' are homophones — they sound the same but have different meanings and spellings.

What does 'benevolent' mean?

Answer: Well-meaning and kind

'Benevolent' describes someone who is kind, generous, and well-meaning toward others.