Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Fastidious".
A. Meticulous
B. Careless
C. Sloppy
D. Casual
Correct Answer: A
Fastidious means very attentive to detail and accuracy; meticulous is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Equivocal".
A. Definite
B. Clear
C. Explicit
D. Ambiguous
Correct Answer: D
Equivocal means open to more than one interpretation; ambiguous is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Ephemeral".
A. Permanent
B. Durable
C. Short-lived
D. Endless
Correct Answer: C
Ephemeral means lasting for a very short time; short-lived is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Enervate".
A. Strengthen
B. Weaken
C. Inspire
D. Energize
Correct Answer: B
Enervate means to cause someone to feel drained of energy; weaken is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Ebullient".
A. Enthusiastic
B. Gloomy
C. Apathetic
D. Restrained
Correct Answer: A
Ebullient means cheerful and full of energy; enthusiastic is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Disparate".
A. Identical
B. Related
C. Uniform
D. Dissimilar
Correct Answer: D
Disparate means essentially different in kind; dissimilar is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Diffident".
A. Confident
B. Bold
C. Shy
D. Assertive
Correct Answer: C
Diffident means modest or shy because of lack of self-confidence; shy is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Demur".
A. Consent
B. Object
C. Agree
D. Applaud
Correct Answer: B
Demur means to raise objections or show reluctance; object is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Deleterious".
A. Harmful
B. Beneficial
C. Harmless
D. Useful
Correct Answer: A
Deleterious means causing harm or damage; harmful is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Conundrum".
A. Answer
B. Certainty
C. Routine
D. Puzzle
Correct Answer: D
Conundrum means a difficult and confusing problem; puzzle is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Cogent".
A. Weak
B. Irrelevant
C. Convincing
D. Obscure
Correct Answer: C
Cogent means clear, logical, and persuasive; convincing is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Circumspect".
A. Reckless
B. Cautious
C. Impulsive
D. Careless
Correct Answer: B
Circumspect means careful to consider risks and consequences; cautious is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Capricious".
A. Fickle
B. Stable
C. Predictable
D. Steady
Correct Answer: A
Capricious means changing suddenly and unpredictably; fickle is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Bellicose".
A. Peaceful
B. Timid
C. Friendly
D. Warlike
Correct Answer: D
Bellicose means demonstrating aggression and willingness to fight; warlike is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Austere".
A. Luxurious
B. Cheerful
C. Severe
D. Flexible
Correct Answer: C
Austere means severe, strict, or without luxury; severe is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Assiduous".
A. Lazy
B. Industrious
C. Erratic
D. Negligent
Correct Answer: B
Assiduous means showing great care and persistent effort; industrious is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Apocryphal".
A. Dubious
B. Authentic
C. Certain
D. Official
Correct Answer: A
Apocryphal describes something of doubtful authenticity; dubious is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Anathema".
A. Blessing
B. Praise
C. Remedy
D. Curse
Correct Answer: D
Anathema means something intensely disliked or formally cursed; curse is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Ameliorate".
A. Worsen
B. Conceal
C. Improve
D. Postpone
Correct Answer: C
Ameliorate means to make something better; improve is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Alacrity".
A. Reluctance
B. Eagerness
C. Delay
D. Sadness
Correct Answer: B
Alacrity means brisk and cheerful readiness; eagerness is the closest synonym.