TOEFL Vocabulary — Group 8 — Quiz

1. Which definition matches Rebut? To suggest that something is true as a starting assumption for further reasoning. Reasonable enough to seem likely true, even without solid proof yet. To argue against a claim by presenting evidence or reasoning that shows it is wrong. An excessive or overwhelming abundance of something.

2. Which definition matches Precarious? A statement or idea that is assumed to be true and used as the starting point for an argument. To measure or express something as a specific number or amount. Unstable or insecure, likely to collapse or fail at any moment. Strong and sturdy, whether physically healthy or built to keep functioning well under stress.

3. Which definition matches Plausible? Reasonable enough to seem likely true, even without solid proof yet. An excessive or overwhelming abundance of something. To increase rapidly in number or spread quickly. Representing the most perfect or typical example of a quality or type.

4. Which definition matches Prevalent? To increase rapidly in number or spread quickly. Existing or occurring very commonly in a particular place or at a particular time. An earlier action, decision, or event used as an example or guide for later similar cases. A natural tendency to behave or think in a particular way.

5. Which definition matches Premise? A statement or idea that is assumed to be true and used as the starting point for an argument. Unstable or insecure, likely to collapse or fail at any moment. To suggest that something is true as a starting assumption for further reasoning. Careful and sensible when making decisions, especially about money or risk.

6. Which definition matches Rudimentary? Strong and sturdy, whether physically healthy or built to keep functioning well under stress. A state of confusion or uncertainty about what to do, especially when every option seems flawed. An excessive or overwhelming abundance of something. Basic, undeveloped, or existing only in an early, simple form.

7. Which definition matches Precedent? To measure or express something as a specific number or amount. An earlier action, decision, or event used as an example or guide for later similar cases. To say something again, usually to add emphasis or make sure it is understood. Widely known and important, or so noticeable that it stands out physically.

8. Which definition matches Robust? To suggest that something is true as a starting assumption for further reasoning. Strong and sturdy, whether physically healthy or built to keep functioning well under stress. An excessive or overwhelming abundance of something. Able to recover quickly from difficulty, damage, or hardship.

9. Which definition matches Postulate? To suggest that something is true as a starting assumption for further reasoning. Careful and sensible when making decisions, especially about money or risk. Existing or occurring very commonly in a particular place or at a particular time. An earlier action, decision, or event used as an example or guide for later similar cases.

10. Which definition matches Prudent? To prevent something from happening or someone from doing something. Careful and sensible when making decisions, especially about money or risk. Being the most common, powerful, or noticeable among several things. A natural tendency to behave or think in a particular way.