Vocabulary Studio 33: Idolatry to implacable

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

1In the example "The essay criticized the idolatry surrounding the famous performer.", what does idolatry mean?A. The quality or process of fading quickly from view or existence.B. Strong public criticism or disgrace.C. The worship of idols or excessive devotion to a person or thing.D. An aggressively defiant or combative attitude.

2In the example "The director hoped to imbue the production with quiet optimism.", what does imbue mean?A. To reject or put aside as unworthy of consideration.B. To mark with parallel lines, grooves, or streaks.C. To settle comfortably or securely in a place.D. To fill or permeate with a quality, feeling, or idea.

3In the example "Poor lighting can impair the accuracy of the inspection.", what does impair mean?A. To weaken or damage the functioning of something.B. To make something necessary.C. To express disapproval of or belittle something.D. To give formal approval or confirmation.

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