Vocabulary Quiz — 10 Questions in 100 Seconds

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Vocabulary Quiz

How Many Words Can You Master?

1 / 10

1) Which word fits this definition: 'flashy but false'?

A. apocryphal

B. meretricious

C. replete

2 / 10

2) What is the definition of "oppugn"?

A. alleviate

B. challenge as false

C. serving no purpose

3 / 10

3) What is the definition of "fatuous"?

A. silly and pointless

B. gentle breeze

C. using few words

4 / 10

4) What is the definition of "sartorial"?

A. related to clothing

B. conceal true motives

C. formal praise

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5) What is the definition of "ingenuous"?

A. highest point

B. short‑lived

C. innocent and frank

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6) In the sentence "Despite the flummox tone of the review, the author remained gracious." what does 'flummox' most nearly mean?

A. make unclear

B. unemotional

C. confuse

7 / 10

7) What is the definition of "pertinacious"?

A. persistent

B. mental calmness

C. filled

8 / 10

8) Which word fits this definition: 'tireless'?

A. harridan

B. indefatigable

C. obfuscate

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9) In the sentence "The explanation was so demur that even experts struggled." what does 'demur' most nearly mean?

A. tending to delay

B. unchanging

C. raise doubts

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10) What is the definition of "mendacious"?

A. unchanging

B. ruddy

C. lying

EXIT

Vocabulary Quiz: How Many Words Can You Master?

Put your word sense to a clean, time-boxed test. This vocabulary quiz is straightforward, fast, and designed to measure what you know—without hype or gimmicks.

How the quiz works

10 multiple-choice questions
3 answer options per question
100-second total timer
Instant results at the end

The short format keeps things focused. You’ll rely on what you actually know rather than guesswork.

Why take this quiz

A timed check-in can help you practice recall and attention while making learning feel engaging. You’ll see where you’re strong, where you’re fuzzy, and which words are worth a second look.

Who it’s for

Readers who enjoy precise language
Students polishing everyday usage
Lifelong learners tracking progress in quick sessions

Tips to do your best

Skim the question, then scan the choices.
Trust your first clear instinct.
If a word is unfamiliar, make an informed choice and move on.
Build your vocabulary steadily by reading a variety of sources.

Ready to begin?

You’ve got 10 questions, 3 choices each, and 100 seconds. Take the quiz now, then revisit later to see how practice improves your score. If you like timed challenges, explore our other short formats like the Weekly Quiz for regular skill-building.

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