Question

matching words with definitions
following are definitions of the ten words. clearly write or print each word next to its definition. the sentences above and on the previous page will help you decide on the meaning of each word.

1. arbitrary determined by personal judgment, not rule or reason; based on impulse
2. motivated only by financial gain; greedy
3. allusion an indirect reference
4. syndrome a group of symptoms typical of a particular disease or condition
5. euphemism a mild or vague term used as a substitute for one considered offensive or unpleasant
6. appease to calm, especially by giving in to the demands of
7. lacking originality; overused; commonplace
8. to stain the honor of someone or something
9. to attack physically or verbally
10. altruistic unselfishly concerned for the welfare of others; unselfish

caution: do not go any further until you are sure the above answers are correct. then you can use the definitions to help you in the following practices. your goal is eventually to know the words well enough so that you dont need to check the definitions at all.

Explanation:

1. "Arbitrary" is correctly matched with its definition as it implies a decision - making process based on impulse rather than rule or reason.
2. The word for "Motivated only by financial gain; greedy" is "Mercenary".
3. "Allusion" is an indirect reference.
4. "Syndrome" is a group of symptoms typical of a particular disease or condition.
5. "Euphemism" is a mild or vague term used as a substitute for one considered offensive or unpleasant.
6. "Appease" means to calm, especially by giving in to the demands of.
7. The word for "Lacking originality; overused; commonplace" is "Trite".
8. The word for "To stain the honor of someone or something" is "Dishonor".
9. The word for "To attack physically or verbally" is "Assail".
10. "Altruistic" means unselfishly concerned for the welfare of others; unselfish.

Answer:

1. Mercenary
2. Trite
3. Dishonor
4. Assail