1
The school decided to take corrective measures to prevent truancy.
62%
Answer Correctly
remedial
entangle
lenient
frugal
Solution
The definition for corrective is "Intended to correct." Used in a sentence: The school decided to take corrective measures to prevent truancy. The definition for entangle is "to involve in trouble.", the definition for frugal is "Thrifty, cheap.", and the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant."
2
The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value.
86%
Answer Correctly
defect
heed
pomp
corrosive
Solution
The definition for flaw is "An imperfection." Used in a sentence: The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value. The definition for pomp is "showy display.", the definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic.", and the definition for heed is "To pay attention to."
3Composed most nearly means:
60%
Answer Correctly
serene
diffident
fickle
derelict
Solution
The definition for composed is "Calm." Used in a sentence: Although her stomach was in knots, the actress appeared perfectly composed when she took the stage. The definition for derelict is "abandoned.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable."
4
Jennifer's outspoken criticism of the meal disoncerted the waiter.
61%
Answer Correctly
pallid
melee
negate
unnerve
Solution
The definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion." Used in a sentence: Jennifer's outspoken criticism of the meal disoncerted the waiter. The definition for pallid is "lacking color.", the definition for negate is "To make invalid.", and the definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people."
5
The meticulous detective found every shred of evidence at the crime scene.
55%
Answer Correctly
scapegoat
fastidious
defiant
pallid
Solution
The definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details." Used in a sentence: The meticulous detective found every shred of evidence at the crime scene. The definition for defiant is "showing bold resistance.", the definition for pallid is "Lacking color.", and the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others."