Word Knowledge and Vocabulary Flashcards

In the sentence 'The judge made an impartial decision,' what does 'impartial' mean?

Answer: Fair and unbiased

'Impartial' means treating all sides equally without favoritism or bias.

Which word correctly completes the analogy? Hot is to cold as courageous is to ___.

Answer: Cowardly

Hot and cold are antonyms, so the answer must be the opposite of courageous, which is cowardly.

What does the word 'mundane' mean?

Answer: Dull and ordinary

'Mundane' describes something that is routine, ordinary, and lacking excitement.

The root 'scrib' or 'script' means:

Answer: To write

The root 'scrib/script' means to write, as in 'describe,' 'prescription,' and 'manuscript.'

Which definition matches the word 'persist'?

Answer: To continue firmly despite difficulty

'Persist' means to continue in a course of action despite obstacles or opposition.

What is the meaning of 'generate'?

Answer: To produce or create something

'Generate' means to produce, bring into existence, or cause something to occur.

Which sentence uses context clues to suggest the meaning of 'elated'? 'After winning the championship, the team was elated, cheering and hugging each other.'

Answer: Extremely happy and excited

The context clues 'winning,' 'cheering,' and 'hugging' suggest 'elated' means extremely happy.