Can You Answer The Correct Meaning?
Can You Answer The Correct Meaning? This quiz is perfect for testing out how well you can decipher the word in question and what goes with it. Do you think you have the ability to do so? Give it a shot and get to pump up your energy by tackling some challenging words. All the best, and feel free to share your score to get your ranking!
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CLUD, CLUS (CLUS)
- A.
TO OPEN
- B.
TO CLOSE
- C.
A CLUE
- D.
TO BUILD
Correct Answer
B. TO CLOSEExplanation
The given words "TO OPEN" and "TO CLOSE" are associated with the word "CLUS" which suggests that "CLUS" is a root word. The other words "A CLUE" and "TO BUILD" do not have any connection with "CLUS". Therefore, the correct answer is "TO CLOSE" as it fits the pattern of being related to the root word "CLUS".Rate this question:
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- 2.
AG, ACT (IG)
- A.
TO TOUCH
- B.
TO DO, TO DRIVE
- C.
TO PLEASE
- D.
TO PERFORM
Correct Answer
B. TO DO, TO DRIVEExplanation
The correct answer is "TO DO, TO DRIVE" because the given acronym "AG, ACT (IG)" can be expanded as "Action Group, Action (Implementation Group)" which implies that the verbs "TO DO" and "TO DRIVE" are associated with taking action and implementing tasks. The other options "TO TOUCH", "TO PLEASE", and "TO PERFORM" do not align with the given acronym and the context of taking action.Rate this question:
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- 3.
VULG
- A.
OFFSPRING
- B.
CARE
- C.
COMMON
- D.
CROSS
Correct Answer
C. COMMONExplanation
The word "COMMON" is the correct answer because it is the only word in the given list that can be used to describe both "VULG" and "OFFSPRING". "COMMON" can mean vulgar or obscene, and it can also mean shared or belonging to a group. It is the only word that connects both "VULG" and "OFFSPRING" in terms of meaning.Rate this question:
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- 4.
AM
- A.
LANGUAGE
- B.
TO LOVE
- C.
TO TOUCH
- D.
ARE
Correct Answer
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CRUC
- A.
CRUCIFY
- B.
NAME
- C.
COMMON
- D.
CROSS
Correct Answer
D. CROSSExplanation
The word "CRUC" is a common prefix in all the given words. "CRUCIFY" is a verb that means to put someone to death by nailing or binding them to a cross. "NAME" and "COMMON" are unrelated words. "CROSS" is a noun that refers to a structure consisting of an upright post with a horizontal bar, used as a Christian symbol. Therefore, "CROSS" is the correct answer as it is the only word that is related to the common prefix "CRUC" in the given options.Rate this question:
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- 6.
ERR
- A.
LANGUAGE
- B.
TO WANDER
- C.
FIRST
- D.
TO TOUCH
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CUR(E)
- A.
CARE
- B.
CURE
- C.
SOLDIER
- D.
COMMON
Correct Answer
A. CAREExplanation
The given sequence consists of words that are formed by removing one letter from the previous word. Starting with "CARE", the letter "E" is removed to form the next word "CAR". Similarly, the letter "R" is removed to form the word "CA" and finally, the letter "A" is removed to form the word "C". Therefore, the correct answer is "CARE".Rate this question:
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- 8.
FIRM
- A.
TO BUILD
- B.
FIRM, STRONG
- C.
TO TOUCH
- D.
TO SMELL
Correct Answer
B. FIRM, STRONGExplanation
The given answer "FIRM, STRONG" is correct because the word "FIRM" is repeated in the first line, indicating that it is related to the word "TO BUILD". Similarly, the word "FIRM" is also related to the word "TOUCH" and "SMELL" in the subsequent lines. Additionally, the word "STRONG" can be associated with both "TOUCH" and "SMELL", as they require a strong sense or ability. Therefore, "FIRM, STRONG" is the appropriate answer that connects all the given words.Rate this question:
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- 9.
MILIT
- A.
TO DO
- B.
TO BREATHE
- C.
TO PUSH
- D.
SOLDIER
Correct Answer
D. SOLDIERExplanation
The word "SOLDIER" is the correct answer because it is the only word in the given list that is directly related to the term "MILIT". The other words, "TO DO", "TO BREATHE", and "TO PUSH" do not have any clear connection to "MILIT". Therefore, "SOLDIER" is the most logical choice as the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 10.
FLECT, FLEX
- A.
FIRST
- B.
FLEXING
- C.
TO BEND
- D.
NAME
Correct Answer
C. TO BENDExplanation
The given words "FLECT" and "FLEX" are related to the action of bending or flexing. The word "FIRST" does not have a direct relationship to bending. "FLEXING" is a verb form derived from "FLEX" and also relates to bending. "TO BEND" is a phrase that directly expresses the action of bending, making it the most suitable answer. The word "NAME" does not have any apparent connection to bending.Rate this question:
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- 11.
NAV
- A.
MILITARY
- B.
SHIP, BOAT
- C.
ARMY
- D.
TO FIGHT
Correct Answer
B. SHIP, BOATExplanation
The words "NAV" and "MILITARY" suggest that the answer should be related to the military or navy. The words "SHIP" and "BOAT" are both related to naval vessels, which are commonly used by the military. Therefore, the correct answer is "SHIP, BOAT".Rate this question:
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- 12.
LING (U)
- A.
SINGING
- B.
SPEAKING
- C.
LINGING
- D.
LANGUAGE, TONGUE
Correct Answer
D. LANGUAGE, TONGUEExplanation
The word "LING" is common to all the given words, and it can be inferred that it is the root word. The other words are derived from "LING" by adding different suffixes or prefixes. "SINGING" is formed by adding the suffix "-ING" to "LING," "SPEAKING" is formed by adding the suffix "-ING" and the prefix "S-" to "LING," and "LINGING" is formed by adding the suffix "-ING" to "LING." "LANGUAGE" and "TONGUE" are also related to "LING" as they both refer to forms of communication.Rate this question:
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- 13.
NOMEN, NOMIN, (NOM)
- A.
TO PLACE, TO PUT
- B.
TO NAME
- C.
TO NOMINATE
- D.
TO BE
Correct Answer
A. TO PLACE, TO PUTExplanation
The given answer "TO PLACE, TO PUT" is correct because the root words "NOMEN" and "NOMIN" both have meanings related to placing or putting something. Additionally, the word "NOM" also relates to the act of naming something, which can be seen as a form of placing or putting a name on an object or person. Therefore, the overall theme of the root words is about the action of placing or putting something, whether it be a physical object or a name.Rate this question:
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- 14.
MIT (T), MIS(S)
- A.
TO MISS
- B.
SMELL
- C.
TO SEND
- D.
TO SEE
Correct Answer
C. TO SENDExplanation
The correct answer is "TO SEND" because it is the only word that contains both the letters "T" and "S", which are the abbreviations for MIT (T) and MIS (S) respectively.Rate this question:
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- 15.
PON, POSIT (POSE) (POUND)
- A.
TO SING
- B.
TO SEE
- C.
TO PUSH, TO PUT
- D.
TO PLACE, TO PUT
Correct Answer
D. TO PLACE, TO PUTExplanation
The given answer "TO PLACE, TO PUT" is the correct answer because the word "POSIT" is a variant of the word "POSE" and both mean to place or put something in a specific position. Additionally, the word "POUND" is a homophone of "PUT" which further supports the idea of placing or putting something. Therefore, the common theme among all the words in the given list is the action of placing or putting something in a particular location.Rate this question:
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- 16.
ODOR
- A.
SMELL
- B.
SING
- C.
HOWEVER
- D.
TO TOUCH
Correct Answer
A. SMELLExplanation
The word "smell" is the only word in the given list that is directly related to the concept of "odor". "Smell" is a synonym for "odor" and both words refer to the sense of detecting scents. The other words in the list, such as "sing" and "to touch", do not have a direct connection to the concept of "odor". Therefore, "smell" is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 17.
PROL
- A.
BEFORE
- B.
OLD
- C.
YOUNG
- D.
OFFSPRING
Correct Answer
D. OFFSPRINGExplanation
The given words "PROL," "BEFORE," "OLD," "YOUNG" can be arranged in a logical sequence. "PROL" refers to the process of reproduction or the ability to produce offspring. "BEFORE" indicates a chronological order, suggesting that something comes after it. "OLD" and "YOUNG" represent stages in the life cycle, with "OLD" coming before "YOUNG." Therefore, the next logical word in the sequence would be "OFFSPRING," as it follows the pattern of reproduction and the progression from old to young.Rate this question:
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- 18.
PLAC
- A.
PLACE
- B.
TO PLEASE, APPEASE
- C.
TO MAKE MAD
- D.
TO PUT
Correct Answer
B. TO PLEASE, APPEASEExplanation
The given answer "TO PLEASE, APPEASE" is the correct answer because the word "PLAC" can be seen as a root word, and when combined with the prefix "TO" it forms the word "TO PLEASE" which means to make someone happy or satisfied. It can also be combined with the prefix "AP" to form the word "APPEASE" which means to pacify or satisfy someone's demands. Therefore, both options accurately represent the meaning of "PLAC".Rate this question:
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- 19.
SPIR, (SPRIT)
- A.
TO RUN
- B.
TO SPIRE
- C.
TO SEE
- D.
TO BREATHE
Correct Answer
D. TO BREATHEExplanation
The word "SPIR" is the common root in all the given options. "TO BREATHE" is the correct answer because it is the only option that directly relates to the meaning of "SPIR," which means to breathe or to have breath. The other options, "TO RUN," "TO SPIRE," and "TO SEE," do not have a direct connection to the meaning of "SPIR."Rate this question:
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- 20.
PRIM
- A.
LAST
- B.
SECOND
- C.
FIRST
- D.
YOUR
Correct Answer
C. FIRSTExplanation
The word "FIRST" is the correct answer because it is the only word that is not related to the other words in the list. The other words, "PRIM," "LAST," "SECOND," and "YOUR" all have a clear relationship to the concept of order or sequence, while "FIRST" does not fit into this pattern.Rate this question:
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- 21.
STRU, STRUCT
- A.
CARE
- B.
TO BUILD
- C.
TO PUSH, THRUST
- D.
COMMON
Correct Answer
B. TO BUILDExplanation
The correct answer is "TO BUILD" because the words "STRU" and "STRUCT" are both related to construction or building. The word "CARE" suggests that the action being described is intentional and deliberate. The words "TO PUSH" and "THRUST" do not have the same connotation of construction or building, while the word "COMMON" does not provide any clear indication of the action being described. Therefore, "TO BUILD" is the most logical and fitting choice based on the given words.Rate this question:
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- 22.
SANGUIN, (SANG)
- A.
BLOOD
- B.
COLD
- C.
LIKE THE SKY
- D.
FUNNY
Correct Answer
A. BLOODExplanation
The word "SANGUIN" is derived from the Latin word "sanguis" which means "blood". Therefore, the correct answer is "BLOOD". The other options "COLD", "LIKE THE SKY", and "FUNNY" do not have any direct connection or association with the word "SANGUIN".Rate this question:
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- 23.
TRUD (TRUS)
- A.
TRUE
- B.
TO PUT
- C.
TO PUSH, THRUST
- D.
NOT TRUE
Correct Answer
C. TO PUSH, THRUSTExplanation
The given word "TRUD (TRUS)" is followed by a list of possible meanings. Among these meanings, "TO PUSH, THRUST" is the correct answer as it best matches the given word. The other meanings do not align with the given word.Rate this question:
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- 24.
TANG, (TING), TACT (TAG)
- A.
TO TOUCH
- B.
LANGUAGE
- C.
TO DO, TO DRIVE
- D.
TO SEND
Correct Answer
A. TO TOUCHExplanation
The given words TANG, TING, and TACT have a common pattern where the letters "T" and "A" are fixed, and the last two letters are interchanged. Applying the same pattern to the word TAG, we get the word TO TOUCH. The other options, LANGUAGE, TO DO, and TO SEND, do not follow this pattern.Rate this question:
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