Word Meaning-Vocabulary

Rejoinder specifically means an answer to a reply, especially in a debate or correspondence. It's a counter-response, not just any answer or question.

Vituperation refers to abusive, bitter, or critical language used to attack someone verbally. It comes from Latin words meaning to blame or scold.

Profuse means abundant, plentiful, or given in large amounts. It describes something existing or produced in great quantity.

Apogee means the highest point or climax, specifically referring to the point in orbit farthest from Earth, or more generally, the peak or culmination of something.

Moiety literally means 'half' in mathematical terms, but is commonly used to refer to a portion, part, or share of something. It doesn't mean a small part specifically, but rather a significant portion.

Oblation refers to an offering, sacrifice, or gift, especially in a religious or ceremonial context. It comes from Latin words meaning to offer or present.

Aplomb means complete self-confidence, composure, and assurance, especially in difficult or challenging situations. It refers to poise and self-possession.

Copacetic is an informal American term meaning excellent, fine, satisfactory, or acceptable. It's used to describe something that is in good order or completely satisfactory.

Aberrant describes something departing from the accepted standard, norm, or typical pattern. It refers to abnormal or deviant behavior or characteristics.

Abominate means to hate or detest intensely. The word comes from Latin 'abominari' meaning to treat as abominable. Option A correctly captures this strong feeling of hatred or disgust.

Avoirdupois refers to the system of weights used for everyday goods (as opposed to precious metals which use troy weight). It can also mean weight or heaviness in general. Option A is the correct definition.

Puissant means powerful, mighty, or possessing great strength or authority. It comes from the Old French 'paisant' meaning powerful. Option C correctly identifies the meaning.

Verbose means using or expressed in more words than needed; wordy. It comes from the Latin 'verbosus' from 'verbum' meaning word. Option D correctly captures this meaning of being excessively wordy.

 Palaver means talking unnecessarily and at length. So, idle talk defines it.

Asperity means roughness, harshness, or severity of manner, temper, or surface. It can refer to physical roughness or harshness in speech or behavior. Option A correctly provides this comprehensive definition.

Equanimity means mental calmness, composure, or evenness of temper, especially in a difficult situation. It comes from Latin 'aequanimis' meaning 'even mind'. Option B correctly identifies this state of calmness.

Impervious means unable to be affected by; impenetrable or resistant to penetration. It can refer to being unaffected by outside influences or physically impenetrable. Option D correctly gives 'Impenetrable' as the definition.

Ineffectual means not producing the desired effect; without effect or useless. It refers to something that fails to achieve its intended result. Option B correctly identifies 'Without effect' as the meaning.

Auspicious means favorable, conducive to success, or fortunate. It often refers to signs or circumstances that indicate good things will happen. Option A correctly provides 'Fortunate' as the primary meaning.

Temerarious means recklessly bold or rash; showing a lack of caution. It refers to taking unnecessary risks or being foolhardy. Option A correctly gives 'Reckless; rash' as the definition.

Perdurable means very durable, long-lasting, or enduring for a long time. It combines 'per-' (thoroughly) with 'durable'. Option A correctly identifies 'Long lasting' as the meaning.

Cosmopolite means a person who is cosmopolitan - sophisticated, worldly, or at home in all parts of the world. It refers to someone with broad, international outlook and experience. Option A correctly defines it as 'A cosmopolitan person'.

Factitious means artificial or not genuine - something made or created rather than natural. 'Factitious' comes from Latin meaning 'made by art' or 'artificial'. Option C (Artificial) is the correct answer. Genuine (B) is actually an antonym of factitious.

Relegate means to assign someone or something to a lower or inferior position or rank. It implies being demoted or moved down in importance. Option D 'To assign to an inferior position' is correct. Upgrading (B) is the opposite of relegating.

 The adjective dissolute means unrestrained. If you're a dissolute person, you indulge in gambling, drugs, and drinking and don't care if others disapprove.