1
The candidate pruned his speech so he would not exceed the time limit.
70%
Answer Correctly
meticulous
eulogy
moderate
trim
Solution
The definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess." Used in a sentence: The candidate pruned his speech so he would not exceed the time limit. The definition for moderate is "tending toward the average.", the definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased.", and the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details."
2
Sheila, who could not resist bragging, flaunted the "A" marked on her test paper.
64%
Answer Correctly
combative
extant
servile
parade
Solution
The definition for flaunt is "To display showily." Used in a sentence: Sheila, who could not resist bragging, flaunted the "A" marked on her test paper. The definition for extant is "currently existing.", the definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive.", and the definition for combative is "Eager to fight."
3
Carla used red ribbons to accentuate the coppery tones in her hair.
76%
Answer Correctly
highlight
foil
aerate
avian
Solution
The definition for accentuate is "To emphasize." Used in a sentence: Carla used red ribbons to accentuate the coppery tones in her hair. The definition for avian is "relating to birds.", the definition for aerate is "To supply with air.", and the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast."
4
Sadie's cowboy hat was incongruous with her black cocktail dress.
70%
Answer Correctly
disconcert
indecorous
aesthete
inappropriate
Solution
The definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible." Used in a sentence: Sadie's cowboy hat was incongruous with her black cocktail dress. The definition for aesthete is "person having or affecting sensitivity to beauty.", the definition for indecorous is "In bad taste.", and the definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion."
5
The periodic innterruptions of the cuckoo clock prevented Li from concentrating.
81%
Answer Correctly
moderate
repeated
retroactive
flaunt
Solution
The definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals." Used in a sentence: The periodic innterruptions of the cuckoo clock prevented Li from concentrating. The definition for moderate is "tending toward the average.", the definition for flaunt is "To display showily.", and the definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition."