CBSE Questions for Class 8 English Vocabulary Quiz 14 - MCQExams.com

The word “rebate” means “pay back (a sum of money) as a rebate.” For example: "the government rebates part of your own and your employer's National Insurance contributions into the plan"

Option B: “Refund” means “pay back (money), typically to a customer who is not satisfied with goods or services bought.” For example: "if you're not delighted with your purchase, we guarantee to refund your money in full" This is closest to the meaning of "rebate". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option A: “Loss” means “the fact or process of losing something or someone.” For example: "avoiding loss of time" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect. 

Option C: “Compensation” means “something, typically money, awarded to someone in recognition of loss, suffering, or injury.” For example: "he is seeking compensation for injuries suffered at work" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect. 

Option D: “Discount” means “a deduction from the usual cost of something.” For example: "rail commuters get a discount on season tickets" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect. 

The word “lethargy” means “a lack of energy and enthusiasm.” For example: "there was an air of lethargy about him"

Option D : “Listlessness” means “lacking energy or enthusiasm.” For example: "bouts of listlessness in his depression" This is closest to the meaning of "lethargy". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option A: “Laxity” means “lack of strictness or care.” For example: "the result of such fiscal laxity is a budget deficit" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect. 

Option B: “Impassivity” means “not feeling or showing emotion.” For example: "his cold, face full of impassivity" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect. 

Option C: “Serenity” means “the state of being calm, peaceful, and untroubled.” For example: "an oasis of serenity amidst the bustling city" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect. 

The word “affable” means “friendly, good-natured, or easy to talk to.” For example: "an affable and agreeable companion"

Option A: “Friendly” means “kind and pleasant.” For example: "they were friendly to me" This is closest to the meaning of "affable". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option B: “Cheerful” means “noticeably happy and optimistic.” For example: "how can she be so cheerful at six o'clock in the morning?" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option C: “Helpful” means “giving or ready to give help.” For example: "people are friendly and helpful" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option D: “Neutral” means “belonging to an impartial group or state.” For example: "the trial should be held on neutral ground" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

The word “deflect” means “cause (something) to change direction; turn aside from a straight course.” For example: "the bullet was deflected harmlessly into the ceiling"

Option C: “Avert” means “turn away.” For example: "she averted her eyes while we made stilted conversation" This is closest to the meaning of "deflect". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option A: “Frustrate” means “cause (someone) to feel upset or annoyed as a result of being unable to change or achieve something.” For example: "it can be very frustrating to find that the size you want isn't there" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option B: “Cheat” means “act dishonestly or unfairly in order to gain an advantage.” For example: "she always cheats at cards" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option D: “Depress” means “make (someone) feel utterly dispirited or dejected.” For example: "that first day at school depressed me" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

The word “pivotal” means “of crucial importance in relation to the development or success of something else.” For example: "Japan's pivotal role in the world economy"

Option B: “Crucial” means “decisive or critical, especially in the success or failure of something.” For example: "negotiations were at a crucial stage" This is closest to the meaning of "pivotal". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option A: “Movable” means “capable of being moved.” For example: "they stripped the town of all movable objects and fled" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option C: “Internal” means “of or situated on the inside.” For example: "the tube had an internal diameter of 1.1 mm" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option D: “Mechanical” means “operated by a machine or machinery.” For example: "a mechanical device" This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

The word “accuse” means “charge (someone) with an offence or crime.” For example: "he was accused of murdering his wife's lover"

Option D: “Impeach” means “charge (someone) with treason or another crime against the state." This is closest to the meaning of "accuse". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option A: “Absolve” means “declare (someone) free from guilt, obligation, or punishment.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option B: “Exonerate” means “release someone from (a duty or obligation).” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option C: “Vindicate” means “clear (someone) of blame or suspicion.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

The word “limp” means “walk with difficulty, typically because of a damaged or stiff leg or foot.” For example: "he limped heavily as he moved"

Option C: “Falter” means “move unsteadily or hesitantly.” This is closest to the meaning of "limp". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option A: “Kneel” means “be in or assume a position in which the body is supported by a knee or the knees, as when praying or showing submission.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option B: “Bend” means “shape or force (something straight) into a curve or angle.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option D: “Stoop” means “bend one's head or body forwards and downwards.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

The word “belittle” means “dismiss (someone or something) as unimportant.” For example: "she belittled Amy's riding skills whenever she could"

Option C: “Disparage” means “regard or represent as being of little worth." This is closest to the meaning of "belittle". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option A: “Insult” means “speak to or treat with disrespect or scornful abuse.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option B: “Mock” means “tease or laugh at in a scornful or contemptuous manner.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option D: “Scoff” means “speak to someone or about something in a scornfully derisive or mocking way.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

The word “affluent” means “having a great deal of money; wealthy.” For example: "the affluent societies of the western world"

Option A: “Prosperous” means “successful in material terms; flourishing financially.” This is closest to the meaning of "affluent". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option B: “Poor” means “lacking sufficient money to live at a standard considered comfortable or normal in a society.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option C: “Talkative” means “fond of or given to talking.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option D: “Close” means “with very little or no space in between; dense.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

The word “distinguish” means “recognize or point out a difference.” For example: "we must distinguish between two kinds of holiday"

Option C: “Differentiate” means “recognize or ascertain what makes (someone or something) different." This is closest to the meaning of "distinguish". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option A: “Darken” means “make or become angry, unhappy, or gloomy.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option B: “Abolish” means “formally put an end to (a system, practice, or institution).” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option D: “Confuse” means “make (something) more complex or less easy to understand.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

The word “barter” means “exchange (goods or services) for other goods or services without using money.” For example: "He often bartered a meal for drawings"

Option D: “Exchange” means “an act of giving one thing and receiving another (especially of the same kind) in return." This is closest to the meaning of "barter". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option A: “Deal” means “take part in commercial trading of a particular commodity.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option B: “Return” means “come or go back to a place or person.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option C: “Lend” means “grant to (someone) the use of (something) on the understanding that it will be returned.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

The word “terminate” means “bring to an end.” For example: "he was advised to terminate the contract"

Option C: “End” means “a termination of a state or situation. " This is closest to the meaning of "terminate". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option A: “Suspend” means “temporarily prevent from continuing or being in force or effect.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option B: “Dismiss” means “order or allow to leave; send away.” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option D: “Interrupt” means “stop the continuous progress of (an activity or process).” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

The word “Grave” means “serious or solemn in manner or appearance.” For example: "his face was grave"

Option D: “Solemn” means “not cheerful or smiling; serious" This is closest to the meaning of "Grave". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option A: “Formidable” means “inspiring fear or respect through being impressively large, powerful, intense, or capable” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option B: “Bitter” means “having a sharp, pungent taste or smell; not sweet” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option C: “Pregnant” means “full of meaning; significant or suggestive” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

The word “Lavish” means “sumptuously rich, elaborate, or luxurious.” For example: "a lavish banquet"

Option A: “Profuse” means “very plentiful; abundant" This is closest to the meaning of "Lavish". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option B: “Showy” means “having a striking appearance or style, typically by being excessively bright, colorful, or ostentatious” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option C: “Gay” means “light-hearted and carefree” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option D: “Carefree” means “free from anxiety or responsibility” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

The word “Elicit” means “evoke or draw out (a reaction, answer, or fact) from someone.” For example: "I tried to elicit a smile from Joanna”

Option B: “Extract” means “remove or take out, especially by effort or force" This is closest to the meaning of "elicit". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option A: “Induce” means “bring about or give rise to” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option C: “Divulge” means “make known (private or sensitive information)” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option D: “Instill” means “gradually but firmly establish (an idea or attitude) in a person's mind” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

The word “ribald” means “referring to sexual matters in an amusingly rude or irreverent way.” For example: "a ribald comment"

Option A: “Vulgar” means “lacking sophistication or good taste" This is closest to the meaning of "ribald". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option B: “Attractive” means “pleasing or appealing to the senses” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option C: “Refined” means “elegant and cultured in appearance, manner, or taste” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option D: “Indifferent” means “having no particular interest or sympathy; unconcerned” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

The word “majestic” means “having or showing impressive beauty or scale.” For example: “the majestic Canadian Rockies"

Option C: “Grand” means “magnificent and imposing in appearance, size, or style” This is closest to the meaning of "majestic". Hence, this is the correct option.

Option A: “Attractive” means “pleasing or appealing to the senses” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option B: “Extraordinary” means “very unusual or remarkable” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.

Option D: “Interesting” means “arousing curiosity or interest; holding or catching the attention” This is a completely different meaning. Hence, this option is incorrect.