Vocabulary Quiz: C Words
Test your knowledge of 33 words starting with C
Cacophonous
Involving or producing a harsh, discordant mixture of sounds.
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✓ Correct Answer: Raucous
Callow
(Especially of a young person) inexperienced and immature.
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✓ Correct Answer: Juvenile
Candid
Truthful and straightforward; frank.
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✓ Correct Answer: Frank
Capricious
Given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior.
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✓ Correct Answer: Fickle
Caustic
(1) Able to burn or corrode organic tissue. (2) Sarcastic in a scathing and bitter way.
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✓ Correct Answer: Corrosive
Censure
To express severe disapproval of (someone or something), typically in a formal statement.
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✓ Correct Answer: Condemn
Chicanery
The use of trickery to achieve a political, financial, or legal purpose.
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✓ Correct Answer: Deception
Churlish
Rude in a mean-spirited and surly way.
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✓ Correct Answer: Rude
Clandestine
Kept secret or done secretively, especially because illicit.
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✓ Correct Answer: Covert
Cogent
(Of an argument or case) clear, logical, and convincing.
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✓ Correct Answer: Compelling
About This Quiz
This quiz covers beginner-level SAT vocabulary words that start with the letter C. 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.