Chapter 8 of 9
📚 Vocabulary in Context
3 min+10 XP
These questions ask you to explain the meaning of a word as it is used in the passage. The same word can have different meanings in different contexts.
| Word | Context | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| elated | She was elated when she received her O-Level results. | extremely happy and excited |
| apprehensive | The students were apprehensive about the upcoming oral examination. | anxious or fearful about something that might happen |
| candid | The principal gave a candid assessment of the school's performance. | honest and straightforward, even if uncomfortable |
| diligent | Through diligent revision, she improved her grades significantly. | showing careful and persistent effort |
| eloquent | He delivered an eloquent speech at the school's National Day celebration. | fluent, persuasive, and articulate in speaking or writing |
| formidable | The team faced a formidable opponent in the national debate finals. | inspiring fear or respect through being impressively powerful or capable |
| gregarious | His gregarious nature made him popular among his classmates. | fond of company; sociable and outgoing |
| harrowing | The survivor gave a harrowing account of the flood. | extremely distressing or disturbing |
| impeccable | The school prefect was known for her impeccable conduct. | flawless; without any mistakes or faults |
| jubilant | The jubilant crowd cheered as Singapore won the SEA Games gold medal. | feeling or expressing great happiness and triumph |
How to Answer Vocabulary Questions
Replace the word with your answer in the original sentence — if the sentence still makes sense with the same meaning, your answer is correct. Always give a single word or short phrase, not a long definition.
📚Key Takeaway
For vocabulary questions, NEVER give the dictionary definition. Always explain what the word means IN THE CONTEXT of the passage. Use the surrounding sentences as clues.