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Choose the closest antonym of "Forward".
A. Reluctant
B. Advanced
C. Ready
D. Eager
Correct Answer: A
In the vocabulary sense tested here, "Reluctant" is the closest antonym of "Forward". The other choices are synonyms or near-synonyms of "Forward".
Precis & Composition
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Choose the closest antonym of "Desist".
A. Cease
B. Stop
C. Proceed
D. Discontinue
Correct Answer: C
In the vocabulary sense tested here, "Proceed" is the closest antonym of "Desist". The other choices are synonyms or near-synonyms of "Desist".
Precis & Composition
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Choose the closest antonym of "Crooked".
A. Bent
B. Incurved
C. Straight
D. Angular
Correct Answer: C
In the vocabulary sense tested here, "Straight" is the closest antonym of "Crooked". The other choices are synonyms or near-synonyms of "Crooked".
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Choose the closest antonym of "Treasure".
A. Jewel
B. Store
C. Trash
D. Valuable
Correct Answer: C
In the vocabulary sense tested here, "Trash" is the closest antonym of "Treasure". The other choices are synonyms or near-synonyms of "Treasure".
Precis & Composition
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Choose the closest antonym of "Alert".
A. Active
B. Brisk
C. Slow
D. Nimble
Correct Answer: C
In the vocabulary sense tested here, "Slow" is the closest antonym of "Alert". The other choices are synonyms or near-synonyms of "Alert".
Precis & Composition
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Choose the closest antonym of "Inferiority".
A. Subordination
B. Majority
C. Minority
D. Poverty
Correct Answer: B
In the vocabulary sense tested here, "Majority" is the closest antonym of "Inferiority". The other choices are synonyms or near-synonyms of "Inferiority".
Precis & Composition
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Choose the closest antonym of "Polite".
A. Elegant
B. Rude
C. Refined
D. Wellbred
Correct Answer: B
In the vocabulary sense tested here, "Rude" is the closest antonym of "Polite". The other choices are synonyms or near-synonyms of "Polite".
Precis & Composition
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Choose the closest antonym of "Aversion".
A. Hatred
B. Desire
C. Dislike
D. Distaste
Correct Answer: B
In the vocabulary sense tested here, "Desire" is the closest antonym of "Aversion". The other choices are synonyms or near-synonyms of "Aversion".
Precis & Composition
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Choose the closest antonym of "Intuition".
A. Instinct
B. Learning
C. Apprehension
D. Recognition
Correct Answer: B
In the vocabulary sense tested here, "Learning" is the closest antonym of "Intuition". The other choices are synonyms or near-synonyms of "Intuition".
Precis & Composition
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Choose the closest antonym of "Obtuse".
A. Dull
B. Stupid
C. Acute
D. Unintelligent
Correct Answer: C
In the vocabulary sense tested here, "Acute" is the closest antonym of "Obtuse". The other choices are synonyms or near-synonyms of "Obtuse".
Precis & Composition
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Choose the closest antonym of "Eccentric".
A. Peculiar
B. Singular
C. Idiosyncratic
D. Regular
Correct Answer: D
In the vocabulary sense tested here, "Regular" is the closest antonym of "Eccentric". The other choices are synonyms or near-synonyms of "Eccentric".
Precis & Composition
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Choose the closest antonym of "Luscious".
A. Sweet
B. Delicious
C. Sugary
D. Tart
Correct Answer: D
In the vocabulary sense tested here, "Tart" is the closest antonym of "Luscious". The other choices are synonyms or near-synonyms of "Luscious".
Precis & Composition
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Choose the closest antonym of "Acquit".
A. Discharge
B. Charge
C. Exonerate
D. Absolve
Correct Answer: B
In the vocabulary sense tested here, "Charge" is the closest antonym of "Acquit". The other choices are synonyms or near-synonyms of "Acquit".
Precis & Composition
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Choose the closest antonym of "Fabulous".
A. Fictitious
B. Incredible
C. Feigned
D. Actual
Correct Answer: D
In the vocabulary sense tested here, "Actual" is the closest antonym of "Fabulous". The other choices are synonyms or near-synonyms of "Fabulous".
Precis & Composition
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Choose the closest antonym of "Linger".
A. Tarry
B. Speed
C. Loiter
D. Saunter
Correct Answer: B
In the vocabulary sense tested here, "Speed" is the closest antonym of "Linger". The other choices are synonyms or near-synonyms of "Linger".
Precis & Composition
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Choose the closest antonym of "Effete".
A. Productive
B. Worn
C. Exhausted
D. Barren
Correct Answer: A
In the vocabulary sense tested here, "Productive" is the closest antonym of "Effete". The other choices are synonyms or near-synonyms of "Effete".
Precis & Composition
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Choose the closest antonym of "Pusillanimity".
A. Cowardice
B. Meanspiritedness
C. Courage
D. Faintheartedness
Correct Answer: C
In the vocabulary sense tested here, "Courage" is the closest antonym of "Pusillanimity". The other choices are synonyms or near-synonyms of "Pusillanimity".
Precis & Composition
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Choose the closest antonym of "Gratification".
A. Pleasure
B. Enjoyment
C. Pain
D. Satisfaction
Correct Answer: C
In the vocabulary sense tested here, "Pain" is the closest antonym of "Gratification". The other choices are synonyms or near-synonyms of "Gratification".
Precis & Composition
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Choose the closest antonym of "Flourish".
A. Prosper
B. Thrive
C. Speed
D. Fade
Correct Answer: D
In the vocabulary sense tested here, "Fade" is the closest antonym of "Flourish". The other choices are synonyms or near-synonyms of "Flourish".
Precis & Composition
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Choose the closest antonym of "Inappreciable".
A. Ponderable
B. Infinitesimal
C. Minute
D. Imperceptible
Correct Answer: A
In the vocabulary sense tested here, "Ponderable" is the closest antonym of "Inappreciable". The other choices are synonyms or near-synonyms of "Inappreciable".