Vocab review #36

4/20/2023 6:00:00 AM

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The Lost Art of Cognitive Control From Refuse to Riches ➤ The Paradox of Perfection ➤ The Puppeteer Behind the Screen

Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

Rising fuel prices could drive up transportation costs for businesses and consumers alike.

  • diminish
  • enlarge
  • magnify
  • reimburse

Drag and drop to complete the sentences.

1. After years of practice, speaking confidently in public became to her.

2. Many employees questioned the and pushed for meaningful changes in workplace culture.

3. Many fans develop with streamers, mistaking them for genuine friends.

4. As a(n) , he navigates new apps effortlessly and adapts quickly to updates.

5. Losing the job had a(n) , giving him time to retrain.

6. Gardening is a(n) that helps her relax and disconnect from screens.

Becky: More people seem to support remote working these days.

Harry: Yes, the idea has really started to _____ in recent years.

  • fade in
  • fall apart
  • take charge
  • gain ground

Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

After years of decline, the industry showed a strong in domestic demand. (RESURGE)

Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

Although the manager rarely appeared in meetings, she was the one pulling the strings behind every major decision.

  • deferring
  • announcing
  • assisting
  • controlling

Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

Managing such a complex requires experience, planning, and long-term commitment. (UNDERTAKE)

Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first one, using the word in brackets. You must use between TWO and SIX words, including the word given. Do NOT change the word given.

The government has been accused of ignoring the needs of the homeless population recently. (BACK)

=> The government faces accusations the needs of the homeless population recently.

Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

Without fresh investment, the sector may face prolonged economic . (STAGNATE)

Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

The investigation uncovered deliberate of financial records to mislead regulators. (MANIPULATE)

Lohan: Did you hear about that young singer’s first album? She has made an excellent debut.

Katty: Yes, it really managed to _____ as soon as it was released.

  • miss the mark
  • keep a low profile
  • steal the show
  • make a splash

Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

The solution was developed to reduce costs while improving overall system efficiency. (INGENUITY)

Holly: Freelancing involves uncertainty, but it also offers greater independence.

May: True, unstable income is _____ of being self-employed.

  • part and parcel
  • pros and cons
  • give and take
  • trial and error

Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

A mistake during construction could seriously endanger workers and nearby residents. (CATASTROPHE)

Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

The report included several extraneous details that distracted readers from the main argument.

  • irrelevant
  • essential
  • accurate
  • specific

Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

She wore a chic outfit that immediately caught everyone’s attention at the event.

  • casual
  • outdated
  • ordinary
  • stylish

Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

New regulations may compel companies to reduce emissions more rapidly.

  • allow
  • encourage
  • force
  • acquire

Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

Patience is an important attribute for anyone working in customer service roles.

  • weakness
  • quality
  • habit
  • responsibility

Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first one, using the word in brackets. You must use between TWO and SIX words, including the word given. Do NOT change the word given.

The entrepreneurs refused to admit defeat despite the heavy losses their company faced. (THROW)

=> In spite of the heavy losses the company suffered, the entrepreneurs were unwilling just yet.

Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

A slip-up during the presentation briefly distracted the audience but did not affect the outcome.

  • long-term problem
  • deliberate action
  • serious failure
  • small mistake

Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning to the first.

The young violinist's debut performance in New York was an immediate and massive success.

=> The young violinist took ..........

Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

The speaker warned that public attention can be fleeting, even after major achievements.

  • shifting
  • lasting
  • distracting
  • waning

Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first one, using the word in brackets. You must use between TWO and EIGHT words, including the word given. Do NOT change the word given.

Working from home allows him to have a career and spend time with family. (WORLDS)

=> By working from home, he truly enjoys regarding his career and family.

Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

The proposal was hardly novel, as similar ideas had already been tested before.

  • detailed
  • controversial
  • hostile
  • conventional

Choose the correct word from the box to fill in each blank. You can change the form of the word if necessary.

bypass | choke | drape | inundate | stigmatize | curate


1. Last night, before going to bed, she a soft blanket over the sofa.

2. Traffic is the narrow streets as construction continues throughout the busy district these days.

3. The committee had standard procedures to approve the proposal before the deadline.

4. Teachers have been with emails since the new grading policy launched.

5. The editor will articles carefully to match the website’s evolving audience.

6. In the past, society black people and considered them as slaves.

Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

They decided against a permanent arrangement and preferred something more flexible.

  • alternative
  • fixed
  • durable
  • provisional

Choose the sentence that is CLOSEST in meaning to the sentence given.

In a market saturated with generic action movies, this independent film is a real breath of fresh air.

  • The director of the film focused on environmental issues, unlike many action-packed films.
  • This film follows the same predictable patterns as every other action movie on the market.
  • The independent film was so boring that many viewers left the theater to get some air.
  • This independent film is remarkably original and distinct from the movies in its genre.

Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

His impulsive decision caused serious problems that could have been avoided with careful planning.

  • cautious
  • hasty
  • momentous
  • prompt

Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

The investigation found no evidence to suggest that the online comments were made with malicious intent.

  • deliberate
  • strategic
  • impractical
  • benevolent
Several workers left the factory because the job was _____, with no change in tasks from day to day.
  • creative
  • flexible
  • monotonous
  • engaging

Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

After a difficult year, the company managed to bounce back and regain customer confidence.

  • collapse
  • recover
  • withdraw
  • decline

The sophisticated software was designed to automatically _____ any spam emails before they reached the user's main inbox.

  • sort into
  • screen through
  • filter out
  • block up
There is a large _____ of evidence supporting the company’s decision to expand overseas.
  • opinion
  • example
  • lack
  • body

Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first one, using the word in brackets. You must use between TWO and SIX words, including the word given. Do NOT change the word given.

The renovation of the old farmhouse was certainly not a simple and easy process. (SAILING)

=> It when it came to the renovation of the old farmhouse.

Clear statistics and well-prepared presentation _____ the manager’s confidence during the important meeting.
  • reduced
  • reinforced
  • shattered
  • undermined
The proposal came under close _____ before the committee approved it.
  • pressure
  • unpreparedness
  • negligence
  • scrutiny

Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first one, using the word in brackets. You must use between TWO and SIX words, including the word given. Do NOT change the word given.

Technology has made it harder to separate work from personal lives nowadays. (LINES)

=> Technology has tended professional and personal lives nowadays.

Several managers rely on a rule of _____ when estimating project timelines under pressure.

  • brain
  • toe
  • head
  • thumb
Her confidence began to _____ when repeated setbacks made success seem increasingly distant.
  • restore
  • surge
  • grow
  • falter

Many inexperienced investors fall _____ to online scams promising quick, risk-free profits.

  • mark
  • target
  • prey
  • chaser

Online advertisements are now so _____ that people see them in every app or social network they use daily.

  • misleading
  • optional
  • limited
  • ubiquitous

Bob: The manager believes that customer complaints are the primary issue affecting sales.

Jessie: I agree. Customer satisfaction is the _____ concern for the company right now.

  • trivial
  • prime
  • immaterial
  • petty

Holly: Some people believe success only means earning a lot of money.

May: Yes, they often _____ happiness with financial wealth alone.

  • intergrate
  • endow
  • equate
  • confront

Complete the second sentence using the word given so that it has the same meaning to the first.

The designer made the old hotel feel modern and energetic with vibrant colors. (BREATHE)

=> The designer used vibrant colors to ..........

Bailey: The sudden announcement caused a lot of panic among employees.

Jonathan: I couldn't agree more. The news has _____ fear about possible job losses.

  • gripped
  • overcome
  • dispelled
  • triggered

Find and correct one mistake in this sentence.

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John: How do people view the company’s recent changes?

Jack: Many employees _____ them as unnecessary and poorly planned.

  • perceive
  • resist
  • undergo
  • reflect

Mary: Hearing that old song makes me smile and feel emotional. I really miss my hometown.

Henry: It must fill you with ______ for your childhood memories, mustn't it?

  • tension
  • ambition
  • nostalgia
  • concern

Several experts predicted the new sustainability trend would quickly ____ among younger consumers.

  • wear off
  • catch on
  • phase in
  • turn out

Choose the sentence that is CLOSEST in meaning to the sentence given.

While the manager is away on leave, his assistant will be the one calling the shots.

  • The assistant will be responsible for contacting the manager to get approval while he is taking time off.
  • During the manager's absence, the assistant will have full authority to make final decisions.
  • The assistant will formally take over the manager’s decision-making role when he retires.
  • The manager's resignation means that his assistant will be in a position to give orders or make choices.

Kate: The disease was not obvious at first, but it kept getting worse.

Jane: Yes, it was _____ and difficult to detect early.

  • curable
  • visible
  • harmless
  • insidious

Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

The athlete shrugged off minor injuries and completed the race with determination.

  • paid attention to
  • brushed aside
  • played down
  • complained about

Choose the sentence that is CLOSEST in meaning to the sentence given.

The CEO decided to lead the charge in implementing the company's new policy.

  • The CEO was hired to monitor the implementation of the new policy of the company.
  • The CEO was opposed to the new policy of the company and blocked its implementation.
  • The CEO chose to take the initiative in putting the company’s new policy into action.
  • The CEO made a lot of effort to successfully carry out the new policy in the company.

Complete the second sentence using the word given so that it has the same meaning to the first.

The marketing claims made by the company were so extravagant that most consumers viewed them with a degree of doubt. (SALT)

=> Most consumers took ..........

Larry: The festival blends traditional music with modern electronic sounds.

Charlie: It is a perfect _____ of old cultural styles and new trends.

  • fusion
  • separation
  • conflict
  • removal