Argot
a. to erase or to eliminate
b. special words or phrases used by a specific group of people
c. to calm; to make satisfied
d. complete disorder
B
100
The school was inflexible with its ___ rules.
What is strident?
100
syn: gradation;shade
What is the synonym of nuance
200
The teacher saw the students arguing, but the two friends said they were just ____.
What is banter?
200
arrogant and stubborn about ones beliefs
What is dogmatic?
200
Strident
a. extreme, chauvinistic patriotism, often favoring an aggressive, warlike foreign policy.
b. to enlarge
c. harsh sounding; grating
d.outspoken; blunt
C
200
The architect suggested to ______ the house by adding more rooms.
What is augment?
200
syn: indifference
What is the synonym of apathy
300
Large corporations today are generally considered to be ____, since they just want more money.
What is avarice?
300
sociable; fond of the company of others
What is gregarious?
300
Clement
a. merciful; lenient
b. to praise highly
c. unrelating; unavoidable
d. extreme hatred or ill will
A
300
People today believe that ____ are ignorant about difference in others.
What is a bigot?
300
ant: certain; resolute
What is the antonym of ambivalent
400
New Year's Eve is often thought of as having many ____ parties.
What is bacchanalian?
400
easily angered
What is irascible?
400
Opus
a. a creative work, especially a numbered composition
b. lacking in self-confidence;shy
c.unyielding;firm in opinion
d. a worn-out idea or overused expression
A
400
The mechanic knew he did something wrong since he had ___ parts when he was finished building the car.
What is extraneous?
400
ant: affluent
What is the antonym of destitute
500
____ are generally known not to be loyal to the country they are fighting for since they are paid.
What is a mercenary?
500
extreme patriotism
What is jingoism?
500
Condone
a. a slight or subtle degree of difference
b. an expert in matters of culture, food, or wine
c. belief or trust
d. to forgive or overlook an offense