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Q 1 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ABANDON?
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Ans: relinquish Correct Answer: relinquish
ABANDON means to give up completely. The book lists relinquish among the synonyms of ABANDON (also: forgo, forsake).
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Q 2 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ABASH?
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Ans: fluster Correct Answer: fluster
The book lists fluster among the synonyms of ABASH (also: disconcert, discomfit).
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Q 3 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to ABASH?
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Ans: self-possessed Correct Answer: self-possessed
The book lists self-possessed among the antonyms of ABASH.
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Q 4 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ABDICATE?
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Ans: renounce Correct Answer: renounce
ABDICATE means to give up claim to. The book lists renounce among the synonyms of ABDICATE (also: abandon, relinquish).
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Q 5 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to ABDICATE?
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Ans: appropriate Correct Answer: appropriate
ABDICATE means to give up claim to. The book lists appropriate among the antonyms of ABDICATE (also: arrogate, assume).
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Q 6 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ABET?
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Ans: spur Correct Answer: spur
ABET means to encourage -or support. The book lists spur among the synonyms of ABET (also: incite).
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Q 7 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to ABET?
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Ans: balk Correct Answer: balk
ABET means to encourage -or support. The book lists balk among the antonyms of ABET (also: bar, block).
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Q 8 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ABRIDGE?
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Ans: curtail Correct Answer: curtail
ABRIDGE means to shorten. The book lists curtail among the synonyms of ABRIDGE (also: diminish, retrench).
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Q 9 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to ABRIDGE?
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Ans: protract Correct Answer: protract
ABRIDGE means to shorten. The book lists protract among the antonyms of ABRIDGE (also: elongate, amplify).
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Q 10 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ABROGATE?
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Ans: annul Correct Answer: annul
ABROGATE means to abolish or render void. The book lists annul among the synonyms of ABROGATE (also: nullify, rescind).
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Q 11 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ABSTEMIOUS?
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Ans: temperate Correct Answer: temperate
ABSTEMIOUS means moderate in the use of food or fink. The book lists temperate among the synonyms of ABSTEMIOUS.
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Q 12 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to ABSTEMIOUS?
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Ans: gluttonous Correct Answer: gluttonous
ABSTEMIOUS means moderate in the use of food or fink. The book lists gluttonous among the antonyms of ABSTEMIOUS (also: greedy, capacious).
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Q 13 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ACADEMIC?
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Ans: scholastic Correct Answer: scholastic
ACADEMIC means pertaining to school; theoretical cademic interests; an academic discussion, with practical implications. The book lists scholastic among the synonyms of ACADEMIC.
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Q 14 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to ACADEMIC?
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Ans: actual Correct Answer: actual
ACADEMIC means pertaining to school; theoretical cademic interests; an academic discussion, with practical implications. The book lists actual among the antonyms of ACADEMIC (also: factual, rea).
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Q 15 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ACCEDE?
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Ans: assent Correct Answer: assent
ACCEDE means to agree to. The book lists assent among the synonyms of ACCEDE.
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Q 16 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to ACCEDE?
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Ans: demur Correct Answer: demur
ACCEDE means to agree to. The book lists demur among the antonyms of ACCEDE (also: dissent).
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Q 17 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ACCELERATE?
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Ans: expedite Correct Answer: expedite
ACCELERATE means - To quicken, speed tip. The book lists expedite among the synonyms of ACCELERATE.
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Q 18 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to ACCELERATE?
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Ans: retard Correct Answer: retard
ACCELERATE means - To quicken, speed tip. The book lists retard among the antonyms of ACCELERATE.
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Q 19 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ACCOLADE?
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Ans: tribute Correct Answer: tribute
ACCOLADE means an award or salute. The book lists tribute among the synonyms of ACCOLADE (also: ovation).
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Q 20 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to ACCOLADE?
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Ans: censure Correct Answer: censure
ACCOLADE means an award or salute. The book lists censure among the antonyms of ACCOLADE (also: condemnation, denunciation).
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Q 21 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ACCORD?
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Ans: concord Correct Answer: concord
ACCORD means agreement or harmony. The book lists concord among the synonyms of ACCORD (also: concufrence).
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Q 22 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to ACCORD?
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Ans: conflict Correct Answer: conflict
ACCORD means agreement or harmony. The book lists conflict among the antonyms of ACCORD (also: disagreement, incongruence).
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Q 23 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ACRIMONIOUS?
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Ans: caustic Correct Answer: caustic
ACRIMONIOUS means sharp or harsh in language or temper. The book lists caustic among the synonyms of ACRIMONIOUS (also: acerb, pungent).
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Q 24 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to ACRIMONIOUS?
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Ans: suave Correct Answer: suave
ACRIMONIOUS means sharp or harsh in language or temper. The book lists suave among the antonyms of ACRIMONIOUS (also: affable).
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Q 25 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ACUMEN?
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Ans: perspicacity Correct Answer: perspicacity
ACUMEN means keenness of mind or insight. The book lists perspicacity among the synonyms of ACUMEN (also: discermment, perception).
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Q 26 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to ACUMEN?
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Ans: obtuseness Correct Answer: obtuseness
ACUMEN means keenness of mind or insight. The book lists obtuseness among the antonyms of ACUMEN.
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Q 27 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ADMONISH?
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Ans: chide Correct Answer: chide
ADMONISH means to warn or find fault gently. The book lists chide among the synonyms of ADMONISH (also: caution, reprimand).
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Q 28 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to ADMONISH?
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Ans: approve Correct Answer: approve
ADMONISH means to warn or find fault gently. The book lists approve among the antonyms of ADMONISH (also: endorse).
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Q 29 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ADVERSARY?
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Ans: antagonist Correct Answer: antagonist
ADVERSARY means (adj.: ADVERSE): An opponent. The book lists antagonist among the synonyms of ADVERSARY.
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Q 30 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to ADVERSARY?
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Ans: cohort Correct Answer: cohort
ADVERSARY means (adj.: ADVERSE): An opponent. The book lists cohort among the antonyms of ADVERSARY (also: confederate, ally).
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Q 31 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ADVERSITY?
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Ans: affliction Correct Answer: affliction
ADVERSITY means misfortune. The book lists affliction among the synonyms of ADVERSITY (also: mischance, reverses).
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Q 32 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to ADVERSITY?
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Ans: fortune Correct Answer: fortune
ADVERSITY means misfortune. The book lists fortune among the antonyms of ADVERSITY (also: luck, serendipity).
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Q 33 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to AESTHETIC?
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Ans: beautiful Correct Answer: beautiful
AESTHETIC means pertaining to the beautiful. The book lists beautiful among the synonyms of AESTHETIC (also: attractive, beauteous).
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Q 34 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to AESTHETIC?
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Ans: grotesque Correct Answer: grotesque
AESTHETIC means pertaining to the beautiful. The book lists grotesque among the antonyms of AESTHETIC (also: hideous, homely).
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Q 35 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to AFFABLE?
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Ans: civil Correct Answer: civil
AFFABLE means sociable, courteous, and agreeable in Manner a much admired, affable gentleman. The book lists civil among the synonyms of AFFABLE (also: complaisant, benign).
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Q 36 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to AFFABLE?
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Ans: curt Correct Answer: curt
AFFABLE means sociable, courteous, and agreeable in Manner a much admired, affable gentleman. The book lists curt among the antonyms of AFFABLE (also: brusque, tude).
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Q 37 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to AFFLUENT?
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Ans: opulent Correct Answer: opulent
AFFLUENT means prosperous, flourishing; copious. The book lists opulent among the synonyms of AFFLUENT (also: profuse).
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Q 38 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to AFFLUENT?
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Ans: destitute Correct Answer: destitute
AFFLUENT means prosperous, flourishing; copious. The book lists destitute among the antonyms of AFFLUENT (also: impecunious).
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Q 39 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to AGGRESSIVE?
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Ans: bumptious Correct Answer: bumptious
AGGRESSIVE means self-assertive; attacking, offensive. The book lists bumptious among the synonyms of AGGRESSIVE (also: officious, obtrusive).
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Q 40 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to AGGRESSIVE?
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Ans: meek Correct Answer: meek
AGGRESSIVE means self-assertive; attacking, offensive. The book lists meek among the antonyms of AGGRESSIVE (also: humble, retiring).
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Q 41 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ALACRITY?
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Ans: celerity Correct Answer: celerity
ALACRITY means eagerness; cheerful promptness. The book lists celerity among the synonyms of ALACRITY (also: briskness, energy).
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Q 42 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to ALACRITY?
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Ans: apathy Correct Answer: apathy
ALACRITY means eagerness; cheerful promptness. The book lists apathy among the antonyms of ALACRITY (also: nonchalance, sluggishness lethargy).
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Q 43 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ALIENATE?
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Ans: alien Correct Answer: alien
ALIENATE means to estrange. The book lists alien among the synonyms of ALIENATE (also: estrange, disaffect).
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Q 44 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to ALIENATE?
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Ans: reconcile Correct Answer: reconcile
ALIENATE means to estrange. The book lists reconcile among the antonyms of ALIENATE (also: endear, ingratiate).
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Q 45 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ALLAY?
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Ans: appease Correct Answer: appease
ALLAY means to calm; to lessen in severity. The book lists appease among the synonyms of ALLAY (also: alleviate, pacify).
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Q 46 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to ALLAY?
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Ans: intensify Correct Answer: intensify
ALLAY means to calm; to lessen in severity. The book lists intensify among the antonyms of ALLAY (also: aggravate).
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Q 47 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ALLUDE?
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Ans: insinuate Correct Answer: insinuate
The book lists insinuate among the synonyms of ALLUDE (also: intimate, imply).
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Q 48 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to ALLUDE?
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Ans: tefer Correct Answer: tefer
The book lists tefer among the antonyms of ALLUDE (also: cite).
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Q 49 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ALLURE?
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Ans: jure Correct Answer: jure
ALLURE means to tempt by flattery or an attractive offer. The book lists jure among the synonyms of ALLURE (also: decoy, inveigle).
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Q 50 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to ALLURE?
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Ans: repel Correct Answer: repel
ALLURE means to tempt by flattery or an attractive offer. The book lists repel among the antonyms of ALLURE (also: repulsion, repulsiveness).
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Q 51 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to AMBIGUOUS?
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Ans: hazy Correct Answer: hazy
AMBIGUOUS means uncertain, vague, capable of being inter- in more than one way. The book lists hazy among the synonyms of AMBIGUOUS (also: obscure, equivoca).
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Q 52 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to AMBIGUOUS?
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Ans: explicit Correct Answer: explicit
AMBIGUOUS means uncertain, vague, capable of being inter- in more than one way. The book lists explicit among the antonyms of AMBIGUOUS (also: unquestionable).
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Q 53 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to AMENABLE?
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Ans: tractable Correct Answer: tractable
AMENABLE means obedient; willing to submit. The book lists tractable among the synonyms of AMENABLE (also: docile, responsive).
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Q 54 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to AMENABLE?
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Ans: intractable Correct Answer: intractable
AMENABLE means obedient; willing to submit. The book lists intractable among the antonyms of AMENABLE (also: refractory, recalcitrant).
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Q 55 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to AMIABLE?
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Ans: complaisant Correct Answer: complaisant
AMIABLE means good-natured; friendly. The book lists complaisant among the synonyms of AMIABLE (also: affable, agreeable).
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Q 56 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to AMIABLE?
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Ans: disagreeable Correct Answer: disagreeable
AMIABLE means good-natured; friendly. The book lists disagreeable among the antonyms of AMIABLE (also: ill-natured, ill-tempered).
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Q 57 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ANALOGY?
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Ans: correspondence Correct Answer: correspondence
ANALOGY means a relation between two things shown in the resemblance not of the things themselves but of their characteristics. The book lists correspondence among the synonyms of ANALOGY (also: affinity).
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Q 58 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to ANALOGY?
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Ans: anomaly Correct Answer: anomaly
ANALOGY means a relation between two things shown in the resemblance not of the things themselves but of their characteristics. The book lists anomaly among the antonyms of ANALOGY.
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Q 59 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ANARCHY?
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Ans: chaos Correct Answer: chaos
ANARCHY means state of confusion or lawlessness. The book lists chaos among the synonyms of ANARCHY (also: pandemonium).
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Q 60 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to ANARCHY?
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Ans: law Correct Answer: law
ANARCHY means state of confusion or lawlessness. The book lists law among the antonyms of ANARCHY (also: law-abidingness, lawfulness).
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Q 61 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ANIMUS?
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Ans: enmity Correct Answer: enmity
ANIMUS means a feeling of hatred-felt no animus, even against the enemy. The book lists enmity among the synonyms of ANIMUS (also: rancor, papers malevolence).
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Q 62 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to ANIMUS?
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Ans: amity Correct Answer: amity
ANIMUS means a feeling of hatred-felt no animus, even against the enemy. The book lists amity among the antonyms of ANIMUS.
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Q 63 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ANNALS?
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Ans: history Correct Answer: history
ANNALS means historical records. The book lists history among the synonyms of ANNALS (also: chronicle, record).
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Q 64 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ANONYMOUS?
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Ans: certain Correct Answer: certain
ANONYMOUS means of unknown. The book lists certain among the synonyms of ANONYMOUS (also: given, one).
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Q 65 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to ANONYMOUS?
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Ans: known Correct Answer: known
ANONYMOUS means of unknown. The book lists known among the antonyms of ANONYMOUS (also: named, specified).
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Q 66 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ANTHOLOGY?
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Ans: album Correct Answer: album
ANTHOLOGY means a collection of choice literary works. The book lists album among the synonyms of ANTHOLOGY (also: collectanea, compendium).
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Q 67 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ANTITHESIS?
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Ans: antipode Correct Answer: antipode
ANTITHESIS means contrast; the direct opposite. The book lists antipode among the synonyms of ANTITHESIS (also: opposite, contrary).
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Q 68 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to ANTITHESIS?
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Ans: synonym Correct Answer: synonym
ANTITHESIS means contrast; the direct opposite. The book lists synonym among the antonyms of ANTITHESIS (also: analogue, counterpart).
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Q 69 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to APPROBATION?
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Ans: sanction Correct Answer: sanction
APPROBATION means approval; praise -a plan that met with hearty approbation. The book lists sanction among the synonyms of APPROBATION (also: commendation).
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Q 70 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to APPROBATION?
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Ans: disapprobation Correct Answer: disapprobation
APPROBATION means approval; praise -a plan that met with hearty approbation. The book lists disapprobation among the antonyms of APPROBATION.
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Q 71 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to APT?
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Ans: prone Correct Answer: prone
APT means likely; inclined or disposed. The book lists prone among the synonyms of APT.
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Q 72 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to APT?
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Ans: inept Correct Answer: inept
APT means likely; inclined or disposed. The book lists inept among the antonyms of APT (also: improper, inapplicable).
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Q 73 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ARBITER?
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Ans: mediator Correct Answer: mediator
ARBITER means a person who has authority to decide matters in dispute. The book lists mediator among the synonyms of ARBITER (also: arbitrator, adjudicator).
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Q 74 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ARCHETYPE?
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Ans: prototype Correct Answer: prototype
ARCHETYPE means an original pattern. The book lists prototype among the synonyms of ARCHETYPE.
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Q 75 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to ARCHETYPE?
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Ans: stereotype Correct Answer: stereotype
ARCHETYPE means an original pattern. The book lists stereotype among the antonyms of ARCHETYPE (also: facsimile, replica).
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Q 76 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ARID?
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Ans: jejune Correct Answer: jejune
ARID means dry; barren. The book lists jejune among the synonyms of ARID (also: parched).
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Q 77 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to ARID?
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Ans: arable Correct Answer: arable
ARID means dry; barren. The book lists arable among the antonyms of ARID (also: fertile).
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Q 78 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ARISTOCRACY?
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Ans: oligarchy Correct Answer: oligarchy
ARISTOCRACY means government by the best people; a privileged class -special privileges enjoyed by the aristocracy. The book lists oligarchy among the synonyms of ARISTOCRACY.
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Q 79 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to ARISTOCRACY?
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Ans: democracy Correct Answer: democracy
ARISTOCRACY means government by the best people; a privileged class -special privileges enjoyed by the aristocracy. The book lists democracy among the antonyms of ARISTOCRACY.
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Q 80 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ARMISTICE?
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Ans: truce Correct Answer: truce
ARMISTICE means a temporary suspension of hostilities. The armistice halted the war. The book lists truce among the synonyms of ARMISTICE (also: cease-fire).
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Q 81 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to ARMISTICE?
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Ans: conflict Correct Answer: conflict
ARMISTICE means a temporary suspension of hostilities. The armistice halted the war. The book lists conflict among the antonyms of ARMISTICE (also: hostilities, hot war).
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Q 82 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ARTFUL?
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Ans: cunning Correct Answer: cunning
ARTFUL means sly; crafty. The book lists cunning among the synonyms of ARTFUL (also: wily, adroit).
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Q 83 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to ARTFUL?
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Ans: guileless Correct Answer: guileless
ARTFUL means sly; crafty. The book lists guileless among the antonyms of ARTFUL (also: ingenuous, artless).
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Q 84 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ARTICULATE?
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Ans: eloquent Correct Answer: eloquent
ARTICULATE means to speak clearly or distinctly. The book lists eloquent among the synonyms of ARTICULATE (also: fluent, silver-tongued).
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Q 85 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to ARTICULATE?
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Ans: faltering Correct Answer: faltering
ARTICULATE means to speak clearly or distinctly. The book lists faltering among the antonyms of ARTICULATE (also: halting, hesitant).
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Q 86 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ASCETIC?
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Ans: austere Correct Answer: austere
ASCETIC means rigorously self-denying. The book lists austere among the synonyms of ASCETIC (also: abstinent).
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Q 87 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to ASCETIC?
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Ans: wanton Correct Answer: wanton
ASCETIC means rigorously self-denying. The book lists wanton among the antonyms of ASCETIC (also: self-indulgent).
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Q 88 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ASKANCE?
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Ans: distrustfully Correct Answer: distrustfully
ASKANCE means with distrust. The book lists distrustfully among the synonyms of ASKANCE (also: doubtfully, doubtingly).
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Q 89 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to ASKANCE?
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Ans: approvingly Correct Answer: approvingly
ASKANCE means with distrust. The book lists approvingly among the antonyms of ASKANCE (also: favorably, positively).
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Q 90 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ASSEVERATE?
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Ans: assert Correct Answer: assert
ASSEVERATE means to declare positively; to confirm. The book lists assert among the synonyms of ASSEVERATE (also: avouch, aver).
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Q 91 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ASSIDUOUS?
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Ans: sedulous Correct Answer: sedulous
ASSIDUOUS means industrious. The book lists sedulous among the synonyms of ASSIDUOUS (also: attentive diligent, indefatigable).
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Q 92 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to ASSIDUOUS?
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Ans: indolent Correct Answer: indolent
ASSIDUOUS means industrious. The book lists indolent among the antonyms of ASSIDUOUS (also: slothful).
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Q 93 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ASYLUM?
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Ans: sanctuary Correct Answer: sanctuary
ASYLUM means a place offering shelter and retreat found asylum from persecution. The book lists sanctuary among the synonyms of ASYLUM (also: refuge, madhouse).
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Q 94 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ATHEIST?
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Ans: infidel Correct Answer: infidel
ATHEIST means one who denies that God exists. The book lists infidel among the synonyms of ATHEIST (also: agnostic, skeptic).
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Q 95 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to ATTRIBUTE?
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Ans: affection Correct Answer: affection
ATTRIBUTE means assign -attributed his succes: to bard work. The book lists affection among the synonyms of ATTRIBUTE (also: characteristic attribution, character).
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Q 96 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to AUGMENT?
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Ans: enhance Correct Answer: enhance
AUGMENT means to increase or enlarge. The book lists enhance among the synonyms of AUGMENT (also: amplify).
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Q 97 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to AUGMENT?
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Ans: abate Correct Answer: abate
AUGMENT means to increase or enlarge. The book lists abate among the antonyms of AUGMENT (also: curtal decrease, de-escalate).
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Q 98 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to AUSPICIOUS?
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Ans: propitious Correct Answer: propitious
AUSPICIOUS means indicating a happy outcome. The book lists propitious among the synonyms of AUSPICIOUS (also: fortunate).
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Q 99 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is opposite in meaning to AUSPICIOUS?
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Ans: ominous Correct Answer: ominous
AUSPICIOUS means indicating a happy outcome. The book lists ominous among the antonyms of AUSPICIOUS (also: foreboding).
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Q 100 English Vocabulary (A)
Which word is closest in meaning to AUTHENTIC?
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Ans: veritable Correct Answer: veritable
AUTHENTIC means genuine. The book lists veritable among the synonyms of AUTHENTIC (also: bona).
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