Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Conspicuous".
A. Noticeable
B. Hidden
C. Secret
D. Inconspicuous
Correct Answer: A
Conspicuous means easily seen or attracting attention; "Noticeable" is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Compassionate".
A. Cruel
B. Harsh
C. Indifferent
D. Merciful
Correct Answer: D
Compassionate means showing sympathy and concern for suffering; "Merciful" is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Commence".
A. Finish
B. Delay
C. Begin
D. Postpone
Correct Answer: C
Commence means to start or initiate; "Begin" is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Cautious".
A. Reckless
B. Careful
C. Hasty
D. Rash
Correct Answer: B
Cautious means acting to avoid danger or mistakes; "Careful" is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Bleak".
A. Gloomy
B. Cheerful
C. Bright
D. Hopeful
Correct Answer: A
Bleak means cold, bare, or lacking hope; "Gloomy" is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Baffle".
A. Clarify
B. Explain
C. Guide
D. Confuse
Correct Answer: D
Baffle means to puzzle or make someone unable to understand; "Confuse" is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Arrogant".
A. Humble
B. Courteous
C. Conceited
D. Timid
Correct Answer: C
Arrogant means having an exaggerated sense of one's importance; "Conceited" is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Ardent".
A. Indifferent
B. Passionate
C. Apathetic
D. Cold
Correct Answer: B
Ardent means showing intense enthusiasm or feeling; "Passionate" is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Aloof".
A. Detached
B. Friendly
C. Sociable
D. Engaged
Correct Answer: A
Aloof means distant and reserved in manner; "Detached" is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Agile".
A. Sluggish
B. Heavy
C. Rigid
D. Nimble
Correct Answer: D
Agile means quick and light in movement or thought; "Nimble" is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Adept".
A. Clumsy
B. Careless
C. Skillful
D. Inept
Correct Answer: C
Adept means highly skilled or proficient; "Skillful" is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Absurd".
A. Logical
B. Ridiculous
C. Sensible
D. Practical
Correct Answer: B
Absurd means unreasonable or completely illogical; "Ridiculous" is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Abandon".
A. Forsake
B. Retain
C. Gather
D. Repair
Correct Answer: A
Abandon means to leave completely or give up; "Forsake" is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Sagacious".
A. Foolish
B. Naive
C. Obtuse
D. Shrewd
Correct Answer: D
Sagacious means having or showing sound judgment and keen practical intelligence; shrewd is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Recalcitrant".
A. Obedient
B. Compliant
C. Defiant
D. Docile
Correct Answer: C
Recalcitrant means stubbornly resistant to authority, discipline, or control; defiant is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Profligate".
A. Economical
B. Wasteful
C. Prudent
D. Thrifty
Correct Answer: B
Profligate means recklessly extravagant or wasteful in the use of resources; wasteful is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Perfidious".
A. Treacherous
B. Loyal
C. Faithful
D. Reliable
Correct Answer: A
Perfidious means deceitful and untrustworthy, especially through betrayal; treacherous is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Parsimonious".
A. Lavish
B. Charitable
C. Generous
D. Miserly
Correct Answer: D
Parsimonious means excessively unwilling to spend money or use resources; miserly is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Obfuscate".
A. Clarify
B. Explain
C. Confuse
D. Simplify
Correct Answer: C
Obfuscate means to make something obscure, unclear, or difficult to understand; confuse is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Munificent".
A. Stingy
B. Generous
C. Miserly
D. Sparse
Correct Answer: B
Munificent means extremely generous, especially in giving money or gifts; generous is the closest synonym.