Vocabulary Quiz: M Words
Test your knowledge of 11 words starting with M
Maladroit
Lacking initiative or strength of character; irresponsible or ineffective.
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✓ Correct Answer: Useless
Malevolent
Having or showing a wish to do evil to others.
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✓ Correct Answer: Malicious
Malleable
Able to be hammered or pressed permanently out of shape without breaking or cracking; easily influenced.
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✓ Correct Answer: Pliable
Mar
To impair the appearance of; disfigure.
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✓ Correct Answer: Spoil
Mendacity
Untruthfulness.
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✓ Correct Answer: Dishonesty
Mercurial
(Of a person) subject to sudden or unpredictable changes of mood or mind.
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✓ Correct Answer: Volatile
Misanthropic
Disliking humankind and avoiding human society.
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✓ Correct Answer: Antisocial
Mitigate
To make less severe, serious, or painful.
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✓ Correct Answer: Alleviate
Mollify
To appease the anger or anxiety of (someone).
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✓ Correct Answer: Placate
Mundane
Lacking interest or excitement; dull; of this earthly world rather than a heavenly or spiritual one.
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✓ Correct Answer: Humdrum
About This Quiz
This quiz covers beginner-level SAT vocabulary words that start with the letter M. 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.