Words Starting with 'Qu' - Vocabulary Quiz

The prefix 'quad-' means four. A quadrilateral is a polygon with four sides.

The term 'quack' is the sound a duck makes; 'quackish' relates to the characteristics of a duck or, in other contexts, a charlatan.

A qualification is a skill, quality, or accomplishment that makes someone suitable for a particular job or activity.

The prefix 'quad-' means four, and 'lingual' refers to languages. Therefore, quadrilingual means being able to speak four languages.

The prefix 'quad-' indicates four. Quadruplicity refers to the state of being four-fold or consisting of four parts.

In geometry, a quadratic equation relates to squares (the term comes from the Latin 'quadratus', meaning square).

To quake means to shake or tremble, often due to fear or cold.

Qualitative refers to the quality or nature of something, rather than its quantity. Option A is the most accurate definition.

A quandary is a state of perplexity or uncertainty over what to do in a difficult situation. Difficulty is the closest synonym provided.

A qualm is an uneasy feeling of doubt, worry, or fear, especially about one's own conduct. Uneasiness is the most direct synonym.

A quarryman is a person who works in a quarry, which is a place where stone or other materials are extracted from the ground.

Quartz is a hard, crystalline mineral composed of silica. It is commonly described as a rock crystal.

The prefix 'quater-' relates to four. Therefore, a quatern is a group of four, making quadruplet the most similar term.

Quarterage refers to a payment or allowance made on a quarterly basis, meaning every three months.

Quasi is a prefix or adjective meaning seemingly or apparently, but not actually. Similar is the closest synonym among the choices.

A person who makes inquiries or queries is an enquirer.

Historically, 'quean' is an archaic term for a disreputable woman or a prostitute.

Questionable means doubtful as regards truth or quality. Suspicious is the most appropriate synonym.

A queue is a line or sequence of people or vehicles awaiting their turn. Row is the correct synonym.

Quicksilver is the common name for the element mercury, known for its liquid state at room temperature.

Quietude is a state of stillness or calmness.

Quizzical means amused, curious or mocking.

The French phrase 'qui vive' means 'on the alert' or 'on the lookout'. Readiness is the best synonym.