Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Destroy".
A. Demolish
B. Build
C. Preserve
D. Repair
Correct Answer: A
Destroy means to damage something so severely that it no longer exists or functions; demolish is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Depart".
A. Arrive
B. Remain
C. Enter
D. Leave
Correct Answer: D
Depart means to go away from a place; leave is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Defend".
A. Attack
B. Surrender
C. Protect
D. Expose
Correct Answer: C
Defend means to guard against attack or criticism; protect is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Dangerous".
A. Safe
B. Hazardous
C. Harmless
D. Secure
Correct Answer: B
Dangerous means likely to cause harm or injury; hazardous is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Cruel".
A. Brutal
B. Kind
C. Merciful
D. Gentle
Correct Answer: A
Cruel means causing pain or suffering without concern; brutal is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Clever".
A. Foolish
B. Dull
C. Awkward
D. Intelligent
Correct Answer: D
Clever means quick to understand, learn, or devise things; intelligent is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Brief".
A. Lengthy
B. Permanent
C. Short
D. Elaborate
Correct Answer: C
Brief means lasting for a short time or using few words; short is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Assist".
A. Hinder
B. Help
C. Oppose
D. Abandon
Correct Answer: B
Assist means to help someone perform a task; help is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Angry".
A. Furious
B. Calm
C. Pleased
D. Gentle
Correct Answer: A
Angry means feeling strong displeasure; furious is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Ample".
A. Scant
B. Narrow
C. Inadequate
D. Sufficient
Correct Answer: D
Ample means enough or more than enough for a purpose; sufficient is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Alert".
A. Sleepy
B. Careless
C. Watchful
D. Unaware
Correct Answer: C
Alert means attentive and quick to notice possible danger; watchful is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Aid".
A. Obstruct
B. Assist
C. Refuse
D. Delay
Correct Answer: B
Aid means to give help or support; assist is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Admire".
A. Respect
B. Despise
C. Ignore
D. Ridicule
Correct Answer: A
Admire means to regard someone or something with approval or esteem; respect is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Ubiquitous".
A. Rare
B. Local
C. Absent
D. Omnipresent
Correct Answer: D
Ubiquitous means present or found everywhere; omnipresent is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Obdurate".
A. Flexible
B. Compliant
C. Stubborn
D. Yielding
Correct Answer: C
Obdurate means stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or course; stubborn is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Mendacious".
A. Truthful
B. Dishonest
C. Sincere
D. Candid
Correct Answer: B
Mendacious means not telling the truth; dishonest is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Laconic".
A. Terse
B. Verbose
C. Elaborate
D. Emotional
Correct Answer: A
Laconic means using very few words; terse is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Impecunious".
A. Wealthy
B. Generous
C. Powerful
D. Penniless
Correct Answer: D
Impecunious means having little or no money; penniless is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Hackneyed".
A. Original
B. Fresh
C. Trite
D. Novel
Correct Answer: C
Hackneyed means overused and lacking originality; trite is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Garrulous".
A. Silent
B. Talkative
C. Reserved
D. Concise
Correct Answer: B
Garrulous means excessively talkative; talkative is the closest synonym.