Vocabulary Studio 34: Implode to indigence

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

1In the example "She gave an incredulous laugh at the implausible excuse.", what does incredulous mean?A. Inconvenient or uncomfortable because of cramped or unsuitable space.B. Unwilling or unable to believe something.C. Idealistic to an impractical or unrealistic degree.D. Doing good or promoting the welfare of others.

2In the example "The date of the manuscript remained indeterminate.", what does indeterminate mean?A. Beyond reasonable criticism or blame.B. Growing old or showing the effects of aging.C. Not definitely established, fixed, or known.D. Feeling or showing sincere remorse.

3In the example "The memoir describes years of indigence before the writer found steady work.", what does indigence mean?A. A mark or association of social disgrace or disapproval.B. Trickery or deception used to gain an advantage.C. A sign or forerunner of something approaching.D. Extreme poverty or lack of basic resources.

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