C2 Vocabulary Exercise

C2 Vocabulary Exercise

Reaching C2 proficiency means mastering nuanced, high-level vocabulary.

C2 Vocabulary Quiz

1. The politician’s speech was so ___ that it left the audience in awe. (extremely impressive)
2. She handled the criticism with remarkable ___ and didn’t lose her composure. (calmness under pressure)
3. The scientist’s theory was initially met with ___, but later proven correct. (doubt/disbelief)
4. His ___ remarks during the debate made him seem arrogant. (showing off knowledge unnecessarily)
5. The novel’s plot was so ___ that readers couldn’t predict the ending. (full of twists)
6. After years of research, they finally ___ the ancient manuscript’s meaning. (figured out)
7. The CEO’s decision had ___ consequences for the company’s future. (far-reaching)
8. Her ___ for languages allowed her to learn Mandarin in a year. (natural talent)
9. The artist’s work was praised for its ___ use of color. (subtle and skillful)
10. The diplomat’s ___ negotiation prevented a potential conflict. (skillful in handling sensitive matters)
11. The documentary ___ the harsh realities of climate change. (revealed shockingly)
12. His ___ behavior made it hard for others to trust him. (two-faced)
13. The judge’s ruling was ___, leaving no room for appeal. (final and absolute)
14. The mountain’s ___ slopes discouraged even experienced climbers. (extremely steep)
15. She had a ___ understanding of quantum physics. (deep and intuitive)
16. The CEO’s ___ leadership style inspired innovation. (forward-thinking)
17. The lawyer’s ___ argument dismantled the opposition’s case. (logically persuasive)
18. The novel’s protagonist was a ___ figure, neither fully good nor evil. (morally complex)
19. The storm’s ___ force destroyed entire villages. (unstoppable)
20. His ___ comments during the interview sparked controversy. (provocative)
21. The team’s success was due to their ___ teamwork. (flawlessly coordinated)
22. The philosopher’s ideas were often considered too ___ for mainstream audiences. (hard to understand)
23. The detective’s ___ mind solved the case in hours. (sharp and analytical)
24. Her ___ smile suggested she knew more than she let on. (mysterious)
25. The treaty’s wording was deliberately ___ to allow flexibility. (open to interpretation)
26. The actor’s ___ performance earned him an Oscar. (emotionally powerful)
27. The hacker’s attack was highly ___, bypassing all security systems. (sophisticated)
28. His ___ personality made him a great public speaker. (charismatic)
29. The scientist’s discovery was ___, changing the field forever. (revolutionary)
30. The poem’s meaning was ___, requiring deep analysis. (hidden)

Answer:

1. electrifying (extremely impressive)
2. equanimity (calmness under pressure)
3. skepticism (doubt/disbelief)
4. pedantic (showing off knowledge unnecessarily)
5. convoluted (full of twists)
6. deciphered (figured out)
7. profound (far-reaching)
8. aptitude (natural talent)
9. nuanced (subtle and skillful)
10. tactful (skillful in handling sensitive matters)
11. laid bare (revealed shockingly)
12. duplicitous (two-faced)
13. irrevocable (final and absolute)
14. precipitous (extremely steep)
15. penetrating (deep and intuitive)
16. visionary (forward-thinking)
17. cogent (logically persuasive)
18. ambiguous (morally complex)
19. irresistible (unstoppable)
20. incendiary (provocative)
21. seamless (flawlessly coordinated)
22. abstruse (hard to understand)
23. incisive (sharp and analytical)
24. enigmatic (mysterious)
25. equivocal (open to interpretation)
26. tumultuous (emotionally powerful)
27. sophisticated (technically advanced)
28. charismatic (charming personality)
29. groundbreaking (revolutionary)
30. esoteric (hidden meaning)

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