1
The candidate pruned his speech so he would not exceed the time limit.
70%
Answer Correctly
benevolent
trim
rehash
exasperation
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 rehash is "to discuss again.", the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated.", and the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful."
2
The naive Simon assumed that everyone was as simple and kind as he was.
48%
Answer Correctly
artless
parity
diffident
heinous
Solution
The definition for naive is "Lacking worldy wisdom." Used in a sentence: The naive Simon assumed that everyone was as simple and kind as he was. The definition for parity is "equality.", the definition for heinous is "Shockingly evil.", and the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence."
3
Garth's inflammatory remarks at the party made Gwen furious.
50%
Answer Correctly
avian
regurgitate
precept
seditious
Solution
The definition for inflammatory is "Tending to excite anger." Used in a sentence: Garth's inflammatory remarks at the party made Gwen furious. The definition for regurgitate is "to pour out or throw back.", the definition for avian is "Relating to birds.", and the definition for precept is "A general rule of action."
4
My parents banned Chad from our house because of his indecorous behavior at dinner.
69%
Answer Correctly
vulgar
pomp
avian
flourish
Solution
The definition for indecorous is "In bad taste." Used in a sentence: My parents banned Chad from our house because of his indecorous behavior at dinner. The definition for flourish is "to make bold, sweeping gestures.", the definition for avian is "Relating to birds.", and the definition for pomp is "Showy display."
5
The usually unruly Thomas acted with great civility when his favorite uncle visited.
83%
Answer Correctly
courtesy
sociable
mandate
accentuate
Solution
The definition for civility is "Politeness." Used in a sentence: The usually unruly Thomas acted with great civility when his favorite uncle visited. The definition for mandate is "an official order or commission to do something.", the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship.", and the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize."