1
Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise.
68%
Answer Correctly
divide
repel
iridescent
drab
Solution
The definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups." Used in a sentence: Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise. The definition for iridescent is "having a lustrous or attractivve quality.", the definition for repel is "To resist, reject.", and the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous."
2
The old man affectionately referred to pigeons as his "avian friends."
78%
Answer Correctly
bird–like
scamper
penurious
elate
Solution
The definition for avian is "Relating to birds." Used in a sentence: The old man affectionately referred to pigeons as his "avian friends." The definition for elate is "to fill with joy.", the definition for scamper is "To run quickly.", and the definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy."
3
After the fire, Mrs. Han tried to salvage her family photos from the wreckage.
84%
Answer Correctly
rescue
clarity
gruff
impenitent
Solution
The definition for salvage is "To save from ruin." Used in a sentence: After the fire, Mrs. Han tried to salvage her family photos from the wreckage. The definition for impenitent is "lacking remorse.", the definition for clarity is "Clearness.", and the definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech."
4
Understanding the gravity of his error, Ken offered his humblest apology.
74%
Answer Correctly
inviolable
rehash
seriousness
authoritarian
Solution
The definition for gravity is "Importance, significance." Used in a sentence: Understanding the gravity of his error, Ken offered his humblest apology. The definition for rehash is "to discuss again.", the definition for authoritarian is "Favoring absolute obedience to authority.", and the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass."
5
The statesman extolled the ambassador who single–handedly negotiated the peace treaty.
68%
Answer Correctly
revive
corrective
celebrated
glorify
Solution
The definition for extol is "To praise highly." Used in a sentence: The statesman extolled the ambassador who single–handedly negotiated the peace treaty. The definition for revive is "to bring back to life.", the definition for corrective is "Intended to correct.", and the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected."