beginner Level

Vocabulary Quiz: B Words

Test your knowledge of 10 words starting with B

Question 1synonym

Befuddled

Unable to think clearly; confused.

Which word is most similar in meaning?

A. Confused
B. Altruistic
C. Contradict
D. Pugnacious
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✓ Correct Answer: Confused

Question 2synonym

Belie

To fail to give a true notion or impression of; to disguise or contradict.

Which word is most similar in meaning?

A. Confused
B. Pugnacious
C. Contradict
D. Altruistic
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✓ Correct Answer: Contradict

Question 3synonym

Belligerent

Hostile and aggressive.

Which word is most similar in meaning?

A. Pugnacious
B. Confused
C. Contradict
D. Altruistic
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✓ Correct Answer: Pugnacious

Question 4synonym

Benevolent

Well-meaning and kindly; serving a charitable purpose.

Which word is most similar in meaning?

A. Contradict
B. Pugnacious
C. Confused
D. Altruistic
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✓ Correct Answer: Altruistic

Question 5synonym

Benign

Gentle; kindly; (of a disease) not harmful in effect.

Which word is most similar in meaning?

A. Harmless
B. Confused
C. Pugnacious
D. Contradict
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✓ Correct Answer: Harmless

Question 6synonym

Bolster

To support or strengthen; to prop up.

Which word is most similar in meaning?

A. Reinforce
B. Confused
C. Contradict
D. Pugnacious
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✓ Correct Answer: Reinforce

Question 7synonym

Boorish

Rough and bad-mannered; coarse.

Which word is most similar in meaning?

A. Uncouth
B. Pugnacious
C. Confused
D. Contradict
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✓ Correct Answer: Uncouth

Question 8synonym

Burgeon

To begin to grow or increase rapidly; flourish.

Which word is most similar in meaning?

A. Thrive
B. Pugnacious
C. Confused
D. Contradict
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✓ Correct Answer: Thrive

About This Quiz

This quiz covers beginner-level SAT vocabulary words that start with the letter B. 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.