Words Quiz | Can You Guess the Meaning?

Can you tackle these tricky words?

Gm quizzers! 👋 Ready to test your word skills? 🧠 I’ve put together 10 words — some familiar, some tricky, and a few that might just leave you scratching your head. How well do you really know the power of words? 🧐

From everyday terms to those that sound like they belong in a dictionary, this quiz will challenge your vocabulary. Whether you’re a wordsmith or just love a good brain teaser, there’s something here for everyone! 💬

So, take a deep breath and dive into the world of words. Can you figure out what they all mean? Let’s find out! 🔍✨

Tap to reveal the answer and see if you got it right!

Q1: Which of the following best describes the word "susurrus"?

• A) A loud explosion
• B) A whispering sound
• C) A thunderclap
• D) An echo

e.g. The susurrus of the leaves in the breeze was the only sound in the quiet forest.

Q2: The word "cacophony" refers to:

• A) A pleasing harmony
• B) A melodious tune
• C) Silence
• D) A harsh mixture of sounds

e.g. The city street was filled with the cacophony of honking cars and shouting vendors.

Q3: Which is closest in meaning to "somnolent"?

• A) Sleepy
• B) Alert
• C) Excited
• D) Energetic

e.g. After the long meeting, he felt somnolent and struggled to stay awake.

Q4: If someone is being "garrulous", what are they doing?

• A) Being quiet
• B) Talking a lot
• C) Crying
• D) Laughing

e.g. The garrulous host kept the conversation going for hours.

Q5: What does it mean to "apricate"?

• A) To bask in the sun
• B) To bathe in water
• C) To sleep outdoors
• D) To eat fruit

e.g. After a long winter, she loved to apricate in her garden, soaking up the warmth of the sun.

Q6: Which of the following defines "melange"?

• A) A type of dessert
• B) A dance style
• C) A mixture of different elements
• D) A musical note

e.g. The dish was a melange of flavours, combining sweet, spicy, and tangy elements.

Q7: If someone has a "sanguine" attitude, they are:

• A) Pessimistic
• B) Nervous
• C) Angry
• D) Confident and optimistic

e.g. Despite the challenges ahead, she remained sanguine about the project’s success.

Q8: If someone is described as "perfidious", they are likely to be:

• A) Trustworthy
• B) Honest
• C) Deceitful
• D) Naive

e.g. Their perfidious actions shattered the trust we once had in them.

Q9: If someone is "apoplectic", they are likely to be:

• A) Calm
• B) Furious
• C) Sleepy
• D) Confused

e.g. He was apoplectic with rage when he found his car had been towed.

Q10: A "sesquipedalian" is someone who:

• A) Uses long words
• B) Speaks very little
• C) Talks too fast
• D) Struggles with language

e.g. His sesquipedalian speech left the audience both impressed and slightly confused.

Check your score

Now that you've uncovered all 10 answers — how did you do?

9–10 correct – Word Wizard 🔥 Your vocabulary is truly impressive! You’re a master of words, and nothing can trip you up now. Keep flexing those brain muscles! 💪

5–8 correct – Word Enthusiast 🎓 You’ve got a solid understanding of the English language. Keep going, and soon you'll be mastering even the trickiest words! 📚

0–4 correct – Word Learner 🎲 No worries — everyone starts somewhere! Brush up on your vocabulary and take the quiz again. You’ll be a wordsmith in no time! ✍️

And that’s your word quiz fix complete, thanks for playing along! See you next time, I Eat Quizzes – Out! 👋

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