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CPE Vocabulary 1

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  • What is the meaning of the word "jejune"?
    A small, narrow road
    Lacking interest or significance
    Extreme happiness or joy
  • What is the meaning of the word "pastiche"?
    A dish made with mixed vegetables
    A type of dance originating in Argentina
    An artistic work that imitates the style of another artist o
  • Which word best describes a person who is excessively concerned with their own appearance?
    Pensive
    Narcissistic
    Meticulous
  • What is the meaning of the word "supercilious"?
    Highly secretive or mysterious
    Behaving as though one is superior to others
    A type of fish commonly found in deep-sea habitats.
  • What is the meaning of the word "ersatz"?
    A substitute or imitation
    An individual who is highly respected in their field
    A person who is impolite and rude
  • What is the meaning of the word "lachrymose"?
    A type of musical instrument
    Causing or characterized by tears
    Relating to laughter or humor
  • What is the meaning of the word "quagmire"?
    A type of bird commonly found in tropical rainforests
    A muddy or boggy area
    A musical instrument similar to a violin
  • What is the meaning of the word "insouciant"?
    Showing a casual lack of concern or interest
    Extremely fearful or anxious
    A type of French pastry
  • Which word best describes a person who is excessively eager to please or obey someone?
    Independent
    Apricate
    Sycophantic
  • What is the meaning of the word "gobbledygook"?
    Language that is meaningless or hard to understand
    A type of Turkish sweet pastry
    A person who talks excessively or annoyingly
  • What is the meaning of the word "perfidious"?
    Having a strong sense of duty or obligation
    Deceitful or untrustworthy
    Showing great care and attention to detail
  • Which word best describes a person who is skilled in many different areas?
    Pedant
    Neophyte
    Polymath
  • Which word best describes a person who is deeply interested in and knowledgeable about a particular subject?
    Amateur
    Enthusiast
    Connoisseur
  • What is the meaning of the word "mollycoddle"?
    A person who is highly respected for their knowledge or skil
    To treat someone indulgently or protectively
    A type of British pudding
  • What is the meaning of the word "quixotic"?
    Having a strong desire to succeed
    Unrealistic and impractical
    Highly organized and efficient.
  • Which word best describes a situation where a person is unfairly prejudiced against a particular group?
    Bigoted
    Tolerant
    Indifferent
  • Which word best describes a situation where a person is lacking in energy or enthusiasm?
    Meldrop
    Lackadaisical
    Draconian
  • Which word best describes a person who is inclined to be silent or uncommunicative?
    Taciturn
    Loquacious
    Garrulous
  • What is the meaning of the word "zeitgeist"?
    The defining spirit or mood of a particular period of histor
    An individual who is highly respected in their field
    A type of musical instrument used in classical music
  • Which word best describes a situation where there is a lack of clarity or uncertainty?
    Placid
    Ambiguous
    Austere
  • Which word best describes a person who is unyielding or stubborn in their beliefs?
    Magnanimous
    Intransigent
    Capricious
  • What is the meaning of the word "kerfuffle"?
    A type of Russian soup
    A musical instrument similar to a flute
    A commotion or fuss
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