Nelson-Denny Reading Test Reading Vocabulary: Word Meanings 4

Question 1

The word PLACID most nearly means:

Accepted Answer

calm

Answer

Placid means calm and peaceful, not easily upset or excited.

Question 2

The word QUELL most nearly means:

Accepted Answer

suppress

Answer

Quell means to put an end to a rebellion or disturbance by force.

Question 3

The word REMOTE most nearly means:

Accepted Answer

distant

Answer

Remote means far away in distance or very unlikely.

Question 4

The word SERENE most nearly means:

Accepted Answer

peaceful

Answer

Serene means calm, peaceful, and untroubled.

Question 5

The word TEDIOUS most nearly means:

Accepted Answer

too long and boring

Answer

Tedious means too long, slow, or dull; tiresome.

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