Vocabulary Builder
Instructions: Expand your word knowledge! Can you pick the correct definition for these interesting words?
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What does the word 'ephemeral' mean?
AHighly respectedBLasting for a very short timeCExtremely largeDRelated to outer space - 2.
What does the word 'ubiquitous' mean?
AExtremely rareBHighly dangerousCFound everywhereDVery mysterious - 3.
What does the word 'benevolent' mean?
AWell-meaning and kindlyBClever and wittyCAngry and hostileDShy and reserved - 4.
What does the word 'resilient' mean?
AEasily brokenBVery quiet and shyCExtremely oldDAble to recover quickly from difficulties - 5.
What does the word 'pragmatic' mean?
AOverly emotionalBDealing with things in a practical wayCExtremely artisticDVery talkative - 6.
What does the word 'eloquent' mean?
APhysically gracefulBUnable to speak clearlyCFluent and persuasive in speech or writingDVery quiet - 7.
What does the word 'meticulous' mean?
AExtremely fastBVery musicalCCareless and sloppyDShowing great attention to detail - 8.
What does the word 'gregarious' mean?
AExtremely greedyBFond of company and sociableCVery tallDPreferring to be alone - 9.
What does the word 'candid' mean?
ATruthful and straightforwardBSweet like candyCSecretive and dishonestDRunning for political office - 10.
What does the word 'tenacious' mean?
AExtremely lazyBEasily frightenedCVery gentleDTending to keep a firm hold or persist - 11.
What does the word 'amiable' mean?
AEasily amusedBUnfriendly and coldCFriendly, pleasant, and likableDVery ambitious - 12.
What does the word 'prudent' mean?
AExtremely rudeBActing with care and thought for the futureCBeing overly proudDVery old-fashioned - 13.
What does the word 'vivacious' mean?
AAttractively lively and animatedBDull and boringCExtremely loudDVery hungry - 14.
What does the word 'diligent' mean?
AExtremely braveBVery intelligentCHaving or showing care in one's workDLazy and careless - 15.
What does the word 'astute' mean?
AExtremely quietBVery rude and bluntCHaving sharp judgment and insightDPhysically strong
Answer Key
'Ephemeral' means lasting for a very short time. A butterfly's life or morning dew are examples of ephemeral things.
'Ubiquitous' means present, appearing, or found everywhere. Smartphones have become ubiquitous in modern life.
'Benevolent' means well-meaning and kindly. It comes from the Latin 'bene' (well) and 'volent' (wishing).
'Resilient' means able to withstand or recover quickly from difficult conditions. It suggests toughness and adaptability.
'Pragmatic' means dealing with things sensibly and realistically, based on practical rather than theoretical considerations.
'Eloquent' means fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing. An eloquent speaker can move an audience with their words.
'Meticulous' means showing great attention to detail and being very careful and precise in one's work.
'Gregarious' means fond of company and enjoying being with others. It comes from the Latin 'grex' meaning flock or herd.
'Candid' means truthful and straightforward, or frank. A candid photograph is one taken informally without posing.
'Tenacious' means holding firmly to something, whether a physical grip or an idea. It implies persistence and determination.
'Amiable' means having a friendly and pleasant manner. It comes from the Latin 'amicabilis' meaning friendly.
'Prudent' means acting with or showing care and thought for the future. A prudent person avoids unnecessary risks.
'Vivacious' means attractively lively and animated. It comes from the Latin 'vivax' meaning lively, related to 'vivere' (to live).
'Diligent' means having or showing care and conscientiousness in one's work or duties. A diligent student studies regularly.
'Astute' means having the ability to accurately assess situations and turn them to one's advantage. It implies shrewdness and perceptiveness.