Robert Bosch Contextual Vocabulary Quiz 4

Answer:  Unfortunate

Explanation: "Auspicious" means conducive to success or favorable outcomes, while "unfortunate" refers to something that is unlucky or unfavorable.

The other words “favorable”, “promising” and “propitious" means giving or indicating a good chance of success.

Answer: Feeble

Explanation: "Tenacious" means being determined and persistent, while "feeble" means lacking strength or intensity.

Meaning of other words:

Resilient- able to withstand or recover quickly from difficult conditions.

Persistent- continuing to exist or occur over a prolonged period.

Relentless-unceasingly intense.

Sentence- he's a bit old and feeble now

Answer:  Defy

Explanation: "Acquiesce" means to accept something reluctantly but without protest, while "defy" means to openly resist or refuse to obey.

Meaning of other words

Submit- accept or yield to a superior force or to the authority or will of another person.

Concede- admit or agree that something is true after first denying or resisting

Comply- act in accordance with a wish or command.Sentence- his actions defy belief

Correct answer: Selfish

Explanation: "Magnanimous" means generous and noble in spirit, while "selfish" refers to being concerned primarily with one's own interests or benefits

Meaning of other words:

Generous- showing a readiness to give more of something, especially money, than is strictly necessary or expected..

Benevolent- well meaning and kindly.

Altruistic- showing a disinterested and selfless concern for the well-being of others; unselfish.

Sentence-It was selfish of him to leave all the work to you"

Answer: Overt

Explanation: "Clandestine" means done in secrecy or concealed, while "overt" refers to something that is done openly or publicly.

Meaning of other words:

Covert- not openly acknowledged or displayed.

Hidden- kept out of sight; concealed.

Surreptitious- kept secret, especially because it would not be approved of.

Sentence- At times they have become an overt issue in industrial disputes.

Answer: Enduring

Explanation: "Ephemeral" means lasting for a very short time, while "enduring" refers to something that is long-lasting or able to withstand the test of time.

Meaning of other words:

Te other options “transient”, “fleeting” and “Evanescent” means lasting or continuing for a short period of time

Sentence- Her influence was the most enduring of all.

Answer: Empathy

Explanation: "Apathy" means a lack of interest or emotion, while "empathy" refers to the ability to understand and share the feelings of others.

Other options like “indifference”, “detachment” and “insouciance” refers to lack of interest, concern, or sympathy.

Sentence- The nurse should try to develop empathy between herself and the patient.

Answer: Embrace

Explanation: "Repudiate" means to reject or disown, while "embrace" refers to accepting or welcoming something.

The other options “deny”, “disavow”, “renounce” refers to the  state that one refuses to admit the truth or existence of.

Sentence- besides traditional methods, artists are embracing new technology

Answer: Talkative

Explanation: "Reticent" means being reserved or reluctant to speak, while "talkative" refers to someone who is inclined to talk a lot

Other options “reserved”, “taciturn” and “loquacious” means uncommunicative in speech; saying little.

Sentence- he became more and more talkative as the evening went on.

Answer: Careless

Explanation: "Meticulous" means showing great attention to detail, while "careless" refers to a lack of attention or concern.

Meaning of other words:

Thorough-complete with regard to every detail; not superficial or partial.

Exacting- making great demands on one's skill, attention, or other resources.

Diligent- having or showing care and conscientiousness in one's work or duties.

Sentence- A careless mistake cost the company millions of dollars.