One Word Substitution Questions

Multiple choice
  1. Depreciate

  2. Derogate

  3. Deride

  4. Denounce

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Deride means to ridicule, mock, or make fun of someone or something, often in a contemptuous manner. It directly matches the given phrase. Depreciate means to diminish in value or show disapproval (often of an asset). Derogate means to detract from or deviate from (a rule or standard). Denounce means to publicly declare to be wrong or evil - stronger than ridicule.

Multiple choice
  1. excoriate

  2. expeditious

  3. extenuating

  4. extol

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Expeditious means acting or done quickly, efficiently, and promptly - exactly matching 'speedy and efficient'. It describes actions performed with minimal delay. Excoriate means to criticize severely or strip the skin. Extenuating means providing a partial excuse or making less severe. Extol means to praise highly.

Multiple choice
  1. effervescent

  2. effluent

  3. effulgent

  4. effete

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Effervescent means bubbly, lively, enthusiastic, and vivacious - perfectly matching 'full of enthusiasm and lively spirits'. It literally refers to giving off bubbles (like carbonated drinks) and figuratively describes high energy and enthusiasm. Effluent is liquid waste or sewage. Effulgent means shining brightly or radiant. Effete means worn out, weak, or decadent.

Multiple choice
  1. feign

  2. fawn

  3. flick

  4. femur

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Fawn means to seek favor or attention through flattery, submissiveness, or servile behavior - exactly matching 'to be servile or cringing'. It describes someone acting obsequiously to gain advantage. Feign means to pretend or simulate. Flick is a light, sharp movement. Femur is the thigh bone - anatomical term.

Multiple choice
  1. expurgated

  2. expunged

  3. execrated

  4. excavated

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Expunge means to erase, remove, or obliterate completely - exactly matching 'erase or remove completely'. It's often used for deleting records from official documents. Expurgated means to remove objectionable material (usually from texts). Execrated means to detest or loathe. Excavated means to dig out or unearth (archaeology).