Vocabulary Context Clues 2

Question 1

In "The arid desert stretched for miles, with no water or plant life in sight," what does "arid" mean?

Accepted Answer

Extremely dry

Answer

The lack of water and plant life signals that "arid" means extremely dry.

Question 2

"Unlike his gregarious sister, who loved parties, Tom preferred to stay home alone." What does "gregarious" mean?

Accepted Answer

Sociable

Answer

The contrast with Tom staying home alone shows "gregarious" means sociable.

Question 3

"The medicine had a deleterious effect, making the patient feel worse than before." What does "deleterious" mean?

Accepted Answer

Harmful

Answer

Feeling worse indicates "deleterious" means harmful.

Question 4

"Her explanation was so lucid that even beginners understood it instantly." What does "lucid" mean?

Accepted Answer

Clear

Answer

Beginners understanding instantly shows "lucid" means clear.

Question 5

"The renovation was a costly endeavor, but the result was worth every dollar spent." What does "endeavor" mean?

Accepted Answer

An attempt or effort

Answer

Spending dollars on a renovation describes "endeavor" as an effort.

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