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Improving Vocabulary 3

Build stronger vocabulary for 11 Plus English. Read widely, spot patterns, and choose precise words to boost comprehension and writing.

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Fascinating Fact:

Read widely, little and often. Mix fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and articles so new words repeat in fresh contexts and stick.

In 11 Plus English, vocabulary growth comes from regular reading and smart practice. Use context to infer meanings, notice word families and prefixes/suffixes, and apply new words accurately in your own sentences.

Key Terms

Context clue: Nearby words that hint at the meaning of an unfamiliar word.
Root and affix: The base of a word plus prefixes/suffixes that change meaning or grammar.
Register: How formal or informal a word is, helping you choose the best fit for the task.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

How much should I read each day to improve vocabulary?

Ten to twenty minutes of focused reading daily is effective. Choose varied texts so new words appear often and in different contexts.

What is the best way to remember new words?

Write a short definition, add a synonym and antonym, create your own sentence, and review after 1, 3, and 7 days.

Should I learn vocabulary lists for the 11 Plus?

Lists help, but combine them with reading. Meeting words in real texts builds deeper understanding and improves exam performance.

Try These Related Quizzes

1 .

Select the correct meaning of the given word.
Brickbat (noun)

A cricket bat made out of brick

A broken part of something hard which is used for throwing at someone or something

A species of bat

A special building made for housing bats

It also means 'harshly, unfavourable criticism'

2 .

Select the correct meaning of the given word.
Bric-a-brac (noun)

It's a nonsense word and it doesn't mean anything

It's slang for 'bring her back'

Small, ornamental objects that are of great monetary value and interest

Small, ornamental objects that are of little monetary value but of great interest or sentimental value

All that junk that we collect in our bedrooms!

3 .

Select the correct meaning of the given word.
Bugbear (noun)

A species of bear

A species of insect

A source of obsessive or unfounded fear

A source of real fear

It also means 'a continuing source of irritation or difficulty'

4 .

Select the correct meaning of the given word.
Bugaboo (noun)

A noise made by a baby

A noise made to scare someone

Something that causes laughter and merriment

Something that causes fear, trouble or annoyance

This is especially so when it's an imagined threat or problem

5 .

Select the correct meaning of the given word.
Behemoth (noun)

Something that is very big or powerful

A species of moth

A Scottish word meaning 'To your health'

Something that is very small or weak

It's actually a huge beast: possibly a hippo (Bible: Job 40:15)

6 .

Select the correct meaning of the given word.
Baleful (adjective)

A large mound of straw

Something causing or threatening to cause harm

Something causing laughter

Expressing annoyance

It also means 'threatening, or seeming to threaten, harm or bad luck'. For example, 'a baleful stare'

7 .

Select the correct meaning of the given word.
Baedeker (noun)

A type of non-stick coating used in pots and pans

A type of German hand pistol

A guidebook for travellers

A special ladder for climbing on roofs

In honour of Verlag Karl Baedeker: the well-known German-based publisher of worldwide travel guides

8 .

Select the correct meaning of the given word.
Bombilate (verb)

To continuously bomb someone or something

To seriously hesitate

To make a bombing noise

To make a humming or buzzing noise

This verb can aslo be written as 'bombinate'. It is a regular verb: 'bombinate-bombinated-bombinated'

9 .

Select the correct meaning of the given word.
Boondock (noun)

A remote, rural area usually covered with a dense undergrowth of small trees and bushes

A special part of the dock where ships unload or load

A village

A species of duck

This is a Filipino word meaning 'mountain'. It was used by American soldiers when talking about action in the rural areas of Vietnam, and the word is extensively used by soldiers when on active duty in rural areas

10 .

Select the correct meaning of the given word.
Brazen (adjective)

Showing or expressing boldness and an absolute lack of shame

A nicely braised piece of steak

A method of cooking meat

Showing stupidity and ignorance

It also means 'harsh sounding'

Author: Frank Evans (Specialist 11 Plus Teacher and Tutor)