Build Your Vocabulary Day 51



BYV Day 51


1) The _**pejorative**_ term offended many.

  • A. derogatory
  • B. complimentary
  • C. praising
  • D. flattering

2) His _**penchant**_ for sweets was well known.

  • A. dislike
  • B. hatred
  • C. aversion
  • D. liking

3) The _**perfunctory**_ inspection missed many details.

  • A. thorough
  • B. detailed
  • C. cursory
  • D. exhaustive

4) The _**perspicacious**_ student excelled in his studies.

  • A. dull
  • B. insightful
  • C. slow
  • D. unintelligent

5) His _**pertinacious**_ pursuit of the goal paid off.

  • A. weak
  • B. lazy
  • C. persistent
  • D. indifferent

6) The _**petulant**_ child threw a tantrum.

  • A. irritable
  • B. cheerful
  • C. happy
  • D. content

7) Her _**phlegmatic**_ response was unexpected.

  • A. emotional
  • B. calm
  • C. excited
  • D. lively

8) The _**placate**_ the angry customer, they offered a refund.

  • A. enrage
  • B. provoke
  • C. anger
  • D. calm

9) The _**platitude**_ was uninspiring.

  • A. cliché
  • B. novel
  • C. unique
  • D. original

10) His _**plethora**_ of excuses did not convince anyone.

  • A. lack
  • B. excess
  • C. shortage
  • D. deficiency

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