Samuel tried to besmirch his rival’s character with false accusations.

Identify the part of speech of the word 'besmirch' in the context of the given sentence.

A)Verb

B) Adverb

C) Adjective

D) Noun

Margaret practiced daily abnegation, sacrificing personal comfort for spiritual growth.

Give the meaning of the word "abnegation" as used in the provided sentence.

A) Celebration of achievements.

B) Self-denial or renouncing one’s own desires.

C) Excessive indulgence in pleasure.

D) Expression of anger or frustration.

Sophia played piano as an amateur, though her melodies moved the audience.

Choose the antonym of the word 'amateur.'

A) besmirch

B) abnegation

C) consternation

D) connoisseur

The politician’s blandishment won over the crowd, despite the lack of real promises.

In this context, what does the underlined word mean?

A) A formal request for information.

B) A sudden outburst of anger.

C) Flattering speech or actions to persuade someone.

D) A formal request for information.

The sudden announcement of the merger caused consternation among the employees.

Identify the parts of speech of the word 'consternation' according to the above sentence.

A) Adverb

B) Noun

C) Verb

D) Adjective

Mud splattered across the painting, threatening to besmirch the artist’s masterpiece.

Select the pair of words that are the antonyms of the underlined word.

A) defame, slander

B) praise, tarnish

C) cleanse, glorify

D) sanctify. sully

Dany’s indulgence in luxury clashed with her strict abstinence, while the monk’s life of asceticism was a testament to discipline and simplicity.

Find the antonym of the word 'abnegation' in the given sentence.

A) indulgence

B) abstinence

C) asceticism

D) simplicity

The film____eagerly discussed every detail of the director’s latest masterpiece.

Fill in the blank with the correct word from the given options.

A)novice

B) amateur

C) dilettante

D) aficionado

The child’s____voice begged for more candy, his charm hard to resist.

Fill in the blank with the appropriate word from the given options.

A) disapproval

B) deterrent

C) rebuke

D) wheedling

A feeling of anxiety, confusion, or dismay, is often caused by something unexpected or alarming.

Summarize the meaning of the above sentence in one word.

A)abnegation

B) blandishment

C) consternation

D) besmirch