Nelson-Denny Reading Test Reading Vocabulary: Word Meanings 3

Question 1

The word INCESSANT most nearly means:

Accepted Answer

unending

Answer

Incessant means continuing without pause or interruption.

Question 2

The word JOVIAL most nearly means:

Accepted Answer

cheerful

Answer

Jovial means cheerful and friendly in nature.

Question 3

The word KEEN most nearly means:

Accepted Answer

sharp or eager

Answer

Keen means having a sharp edge or being intensely interested and eager.

Question 4

The word LANGUID most nearly means:

Accepted Answer

slow and weak

Answer

Languid describes a slow, relaxed, or lacking energy quality.

Question 5

The word MALICIOUS most nearly means:

Accepted Answer

intending harm

Answer

Malicious means having the intention to do evil or cause harm.

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