communication Online Quiz - 87

Imprecation means a curse or spoken wish for harm to come to someone. It's an invocation of evil or malediction. "Favoring success" is opposite in intent.

Monolithic means solidly uniform, massive, and unyielding in structure or character. It describes something formed of a single large block or without internal variation. "Reparable" doesn't fit - monolithic things are hard to change.

A functionary is an official who performs specific duties, often in a bureaucratic or organizational context. It refers to someone holding an official position with defined functions. The other options are unrelated.

Quotidian means occurring or done every day, so 'daily' is the correct answer. Weekly, monthly, and yearly refer to different time frequencies that don't match the meaning of quotidian.

Quandary refers to a state of perplexity or uncertainty over what to do in a difficult situation, making 'dilemma' the correct answer. Sure and certain are antonyms to quandary, while impossible doesn't capture the nuance of being torn between choices.

Quaver means to tremble or shake, typically in a high-pitched voice or musical context, making 'tremble' the correct answer. Dull, clever, and hard don't relate to the physical shaking or vibrating motion that quaver describes.

Quizzical means expressing doubt or confusion, often with a look of puzzlement, so 'perplexed' is the correct answer. Confirm, tough, and smiling don't capture the sense of puzzled questioning that quizzical conveys.

Quirk refers to a peculiar or unusual characteristic or behavior, making 'peculiarity' the correct answer. Lazy, sincere, and well-defined don't capture the unique, idiosyncratic nature that quirk describes.

Bona fide is Latin for 'in good faith' or genuine, making 'genuine' the correct answer. Pretended and artificial are opposites of bona fide, while 'for profit' doesn't relate to authenticity.

De facto is Latin for 'in fact' or 'in reality,' referring to something that exists in practice even if not officially established, making 'in fact' the correct answer. The other options don't capture the 'in practice' meaning of de facto.

Erratum is Latin for 'error,' specifically a correction in a published work, making 'error' the correct answer. Speech, narration, and appreciation don't relate to mistakes or corrections.

In situ is Latin for 'in its original place,' referring to something in its natural or original position, making 'in its original place' the correct answer. The other options incorrectly interpret the Latin phrase.

Sine qua non is Latin for 'without which not,' meaning an essential condition or prerequisite, making 'essential condition' the correct answer. Perfect and evil are unrelated, while 'not important' is the opposite of sine qua non.

Recondite means difficult to understand, obscure, or known by only a few, making 'esoteric' the correct answer. Reputed, wise, and easy don't capture the specialized, hidden knowledge that recondite describes.

Rancor means bitterness, resentment, or animosity toward someone, making 'animosity' the correct answer. Winner, victim, and runners up don't relate to the feeling of deep-seated ill will that rancor describes.

Rampant means something growing or spreading uncontrollably, often used to describe diseases, rumors, or problems that flourish without restraint. Option A 'uncontrolled' correctly captures this meaning of unchecked growth.

Recant means to withdraw or renounce a statement or belief previously held, especially formally or publicly. Option B 'repudiate' is the correct answer as it means to refuse to accept or be associated with a previously held position.

Repudiate means to refuse to accept, recognize, or be associated with something, and to deny the validity or authority of. Option C 'deny' is the correct answer as it captures the essence of rejection and refusal.

Esoteric means intended for or likely to be understood by only a small number of people with specialized knowledge. Option D 'arcane' is the correct answer as it means understood by few, mysterious, or requiring secret knowledge.

Foment means to instigate or stir up trouble, often by encouraging discontent or rebellion. Option C 'instigate' is the correct answer as it means to cause an action or event to begin, typically something troublesome.