1
The embarrassing photograph demeaned the candidate in the eyes of the voters.
49%
Answer Correctly
humble
elusive
proximity
pathos
Solution
The definition for demean is "To lower status." Used in a sentence: The embarrassing photograph demeaned the candidate in the eyes of the voters. The definition for pathos is "sympathetic pity.", the definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp.", and the definition for proximity is "Closeness."
2
Samir's incisive leadership made him the natural choice for president of the company.
58%
Answer Correctly
accentuate
flagrant
keen
ecstatic
Solution
The definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive." Used in a sentence: Samir's incisive leadership made him the natural choice for president of the company. The definition for flagrant is "noticeably offensive.", the definition for ecstatic is "Overwhelmingly emotional.", and the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize."
3
The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value.
86%
Answer Correctly
prudent
accessible
rhapsody
defect
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 rhapsody is "state of great happiness.", the definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd.", and the definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach."
4
Paula negated Tiffany's argument by proving that her main premise was false.
67%
Answer Correctly
belated
neutralize
rhapsody
commemorate
Solution
The definition for negate is "To make invalid." Used in a sentence: Paula negated Tiffany's argument by proving that her main premise was false. The definition for commemorate is "to mark by a ceremony.", the definition for rhapsody is "State of great happiness.", and the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time."
5Pretense most nearly means:
62%
Answer Correctly
cover
promote
elusive
incisive
Solution
The definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose." Used in a sentence: The jewel thief entered the mansion under the pretense of fixing a leaky faucet. The definition for elusive is "hard to grasp.", the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive.", and the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of."