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Vocabulary Quiz: N Words

Test your knowledge of 8 words starting with N

Question 1synonym

Naive

(Of a person or action) showing a lack of experience, wisdom, or judgment.

Which word is most similar in meaning?

A. Innocent
B. Invalidate
C. Vague
D. Wicked
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✓ Correct Answer: Innocent

Question 2synonym

Nebulous

(Of a concept or idea) unclear, vague, or ill-defined.

Which word is most similar in meaning?

A. Innocent
B. Invalidate
C. Vague
D. Wicked
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✓ Correct Answer: Vague

Question 3synonym

Nefarious

(Typically of an action or activity) wicked or criminal.

Which word is most similar in meaning?

A. Innocent
B. Invalidate
C. Vague
D. Wicked
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✓ Correct Answer: Wicked

Question 4synonym

Negate

To nullify; make ineffective.

Which word is most similar in meaning?

A. Innocent
B. Invalidate
C. Vague
D. Wicked
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✓ Correct Answer: Invalidate

Question 5synonym

Nonplussed

(Of a person) surprised and confused so much that they are unsure how to react.

Which word is most similar in meaning?

A. Bewildered
B. Innocent
C. Vague
D. Wicked
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✓ Correct Answer: Bewildered

Question 6synonym

Nostalgic

Characterized by or exhibiting feelings of nostalgia (sentimental longing for the past).

Which word is most similar in meaning?

A. Innocent
B. Vague
C. Wicked
D. Wistful
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✓ Correct Answer: Wistful

Question 7synonym

Notorious

Famous or well known, typically for some bad quality or deed.

Which word is most similar in meaning?

A. Infamous
B. Innocent
C. Vague
D. Wicked
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✓ Correct Answer: Infamous

Question 8synonym

Nullify

To make legally null and void; invalidate.

Which word is most similar in meaning?

A. Annul
B. Innocent
C. Vague
D. Wicked
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✓ Correct Answer: Annul

About This Quiz

This quiz covers advanced-level SAT vocabulary words that start with the letter N. Mastering these words will help you succeed on the SAT Reading and Writing sections. Each question tests your understanding of word meanings through synonym and antonym identification, common formats on the Digital SAT. Practice regularly to build your vocabulary and improve your score.

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