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What does "supercilious" most nearly mean?
B) Displaying an attitude of superiority and arrogance.
Which of the following best defines "felicity"?
B) A profound, enduring state of happiness or bliss.
What is a "witticism"?
A) A playful or clever remark intended to amuse.
What is the meaning of "iniquitous"?
B) Grossly unjust or immoral.
What does the word "hauteur" refer to?
B) A haughty, disdainful attitude of superiority.
Which of the following best defines "felicitation"?
B) A formal expression of praise or congratulations.
What does "veracity" most closely mean?
A) A trait of being truthful, accurate, and honest.
What does "perpetual" refer to?
B) Continuing indefinitely without interruption.
Which of the following best describes "officious"?
A) Eager to volunteer unnecessary help, especially in a disruptive manner.
What does "formidable" suggest?
B) Causing fear or awe due to impressive strength or size.
What does "disapprobation" refer to?
B) A strong expression of disapproval, often on moral grounds.
What does "profligacy" refer to?
B) Reckless extravagance or wastefulness in the use of resources.
Which of the following best defines "impropriety"?
C) A failure to behave according to accepted standards of morality or propriety.
What does "infamy" refer to?
B) A reputation built on scandal or immoral actions.
What can "condescension" be best understood as?
B) A superior, patronizing attitude toward others.