IEO Vocabulary & Word Meaning 1

Question 1

What is the meaning of the word 'benevolent'?

Accepted Answer

Well-meaning and kindly

Answer

'Benevolent' means well-meaning and kindly, describing someone who wishes good for others.

Question 2

Which word is a synonym of 'eloquent'?

Accepted Answer

Articulate

Answer

'Eloquent' and 'articulate' both describe the ability to express oneself fluently and clearly.

Question 3

What does the word 'gregarious' mean?

Accepted Answer

Fond of company; sociable

Answer

'Gregarious' describes a person who enjoys being with others and is sociable.

Question 4

Which word means 'to make something worse or more serious'?

Accepted Answer

Aggravate

Answer

'Aggravate' means to make a problem, injury, or offense worse or more serious.

Question 5

The word 'ambiguous' means:

Accepted Answer

Open to more than one interpretation

Answer

'Ambiguous' describes something that can be interpreted in more than one way, causing uncertainty.

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