Vocabulary and Word Meanings Flashcards
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Which word is closest in meaning to the word 'benevolent'?
Answer: Generous
Benevolent means well-meaning and kindly, which is closest in meaning to generous.
Which word is an antonym of 'ancient'?
Answer: Modern
Ancient means very old, so its antonym is modern, meaning new or current.
What does the word 'transparent' mean?
Answer: Clear and see-through
Transparent means allowing light to pass through so objects can be seen clearly.
Which sentence uses the word 'exhausted' correctly?
Answer: He was exhausted after running the marathon.
Exhausted means very tired, so it correctly describes how someone feels after strenuous activity like running a marathon.
What is the meaning of the prefix 'un-' in the word 'unhappy'?
Answer: Not
The prefix 'un-' means not, so unhappy means not happy.
Which word means a person who studies the stars and planets?
Answer: Astronomer
An astronomer is a scientist who studies celestial objects such as stars and planets.