Advanced English Vocabulary Quiz

Oblivion refers to the state of being forgotten or unknown, often implying complete erasure from memory or consciousness. Options A, B, and C are incorrect - omnipresent means everywhere, and supernatural means beyond natural laws.

A prerogative is a special right, advantage, or privilege exclusive to a person or position - something they alone can decide. Options A, B, and D are incorrect meanings.

An adage is a traditional saying or proverb that expresses a general truth or piece of wisdom - like 'Actions speak louder than words.' Options B, C, and D are incorrect.

The protagonist is the main character in a story, novel, film, or drama - the central figure around whom the plot revolves. Options B, C, and D are incorrect - a predominant person is not the same as a main character.

To oust means to remove or force someone out of a position or place, often suddenly or forcefully - like ejecting a leader from office. Options A, C, and D are incorrect meanings.

Ubiquitous means present, appearing, or found everywhere - omnipresent or widespread throughout. Options A, C, and D are incorrect meanings.

Antediluvian literally means "before the flood" (referring to the biblical flood), but in common usage it describes something extremely old, outdated, or antiquated. Option C correctly captures this meaning of being very old or out of date. The other options are unrelated distractors.

Antithetical means directly opposed or contrary to something - being the exact opposite. The prefix "anti-" means against, and "thesis" means a proposition or idea. Option C is correct: antithetical positions are directly opposite to each other. The other options are unrelated.

Intransigent means unwilling to change one's views or to agree to compromise; stubbornly refusing to modify your position. Option A is correct: uncompromising is a synonym for intransigent. The other options are unrelated.

Parochial means narrow in outlook or scope; limited to a particular area or domain; showing little interest in wider matters. Option A is correct: narrow in outlook. (Note: the word is spelled "parochial" in standard English, not "parachial" as in the question). The other options are unrelated.

Ham-fisted means clumsy, awkward, or lacking skill in physical movements. Adroit means skillful, clever, or dexterous - the opposite of ham-fisted. Bungling and bumbling are synonyms (clumsy), while left-handed refers to direction.

Sulfurous literally means containing sulfur, but figuratively means harsh, bitter, or caustic (like sulfuric acid). Pleasant means agreeable and enjoyable - the direct opposite. Virulent, vitriolic, and blistering all suggest harshness or severity.

Sceptred means invested with authority or sovereignty (from 'scepter' - the ceremonial staff held by monarchs). Unauthorised means without official permission or authority - the direct opposite. Empowered, sovereignty, and ruling power all relate to having authority.

Scabrous means rough to the touch, scaly, or harsh in texture. Smooth means even and free from roughness - the direct opposite. Lepidote means covered with scales, while scurfy means rough or scaly.

Scurrilous means abusive, insulting, or offensive in language. Inoffensive means not causing offense or hurt feelings - the direct opposite. Abusive and opprobrious (abusive/shaming) are similar to scurrilous, while hatred is a related negative concept.