Vocabulary Studio 8: Besmirch to broil

3 questions. Choose the meaning or usage that best fits each situation. Try answering before reopening the passage.

1In the example "An anonymous accusation threatened to besmirch her reputation.", what does besmirch mean?A. To damage someone's reputation or good name.B. To move or vary repeatedly between positions or states.C. To free someone from a mistaken belief.D. To enjoy or appreciate something attentively.

2In the example "His blithe assurance did not calm those who had seen the damaged roof.", what does blithe mean?A. Spread out or lacking concentration and precision.B. Cheerfully carefree, sometimes heedless of possible consequences.C. Accustomed to something unpleasant through repeated exposure.D. Belittling one's own abilities or achievements, often humorously.

3In the example "The cafe attracted a bohemian circle of writers and musicians.", what does bohemian mean?A. Weakened or depleted to the point of ineffectiveness.B. Inclined to talk at length.C. Unconventional in lifestyle, especially in an artistic setting.D. Showing arrogant disdain or an air of superiority.

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