How quickly interest in the program ___________________ when students realize that it calls for so much work, with little chance for glory!
What is dwindle?
200
trash, detritus, dregs, scum
What are synonyms for the word dross?
200
sensible, reasonable, realistic, plausible
What are antonyms for the word preposterous?
200
a control panel for an electrical or mechanical device
What is the definition of the word console?
200
to expose to danger; to dare
What is the definition of the word venture?
200
A new vaccine can possibly provide resistance to some types of the flu, but it can’t give full ____________________ to all of the disease’s many strains.
What is immunity?
300
sanatorium, sanctuary
What are synonyms for the word asylum?
300
plentiful, abundant, profuse, teeming
What are antonyms for the word sparse?
300
to establish, set up
What is the definition of the word institute?
300
an abnormality
What is the definition of the word warp?
300
My child's behavior in school is usually _____________, but yesterday I was surprised to hear that he was sent to the principal's office.
What is sterling?
400
combative, belligerent
What are synonyms for the word pugnacious?
400
serious, respectful, deferential, obsequious
What are antonyms for the word flippant?
400
to make young again; to make like new
What is the definition of the word rejuvenate?
400
genuine, excellent; made of silver of standard fineness
What is the definition of the word sterling?
400
An unwillingness to listen to suggestions from others is a serious _______________ in a monarch.
What is liability?
500
domain, duchy, bailwick, jurisdiction
What are synonyms for the word realm?
500
moderate, blasé, indifferent
What are antonyms for the word rabid?
500
quarrelsome, fond of fighting
What is the definition of the word pugnacious?
500
to reward, pay, reimburse
What is the definition of the word remunerate?
500
I generally agree with the speaker's ideas, but I find his ____________ enthusiasm for lost causes hard to support.