Vocabulary Grade 10 — Set 2: Quick Drills flashcards
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Which word means passionately devoted to a cause or hobby, with warm, steady enthusiasm?ardentCharacter & Behavior
As an ardent fan of jazz, Malik never missed the Friday concerts. -
Which word means so absorbed in yourself that you crave constant praise and attention?narcissisticCharacter & Behavior
The narcissistic king in the play demands that his courtiers praise him every hour. -
Which word means the comfort that lightens a sad or anxious heart, as a friend, a pet or a favorite hobby can?solaceFeelings & Attitudes
After losing the election, Amara found solace in her friends' kind notes. -
Which word means hindsight; thinking back on earlier events with knowledge you lacked then?retrospectThinking & Knowing
In retrospect, Pedro wished he had studied for the quiz sooner. -
Which word means to blast a person, policy or act as shameful, speaking out for all to hear?denounceSpeaking & Arguing
The scientist publicly denounced the fake study as dishonest. -
Which word means a total failure, often a humiliating or ridiculous one?fiascoActions & Effort
Our attempt at a surprise party became a fiasco when Dad came home early. -
Which word means to go downhill little by little, as when a calm talk turns into a quarrel?degenerateChange & Growth
Without weeding, the community garden degenerated into a tangle of thorns. -
Which word means extremely; far more than usual?exceedinglySize & Amount
The mountain trail was exceedingly narrow near the top. -
Which word means an open revolt by sailors or soldiers against their officers?mutinySociety & Power
The ship's log records how the mutiny began over spoiled food. -
Which word means a halt or end to an activity, such as fighting or work?cessationNature & Time
The cessation of factory noise made the whole street feel strangely quiet.
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