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Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Bombastic".
A. Pompous
B. Simple
C. Modest
D. Restrained
Correct Answer: A
Bombastic describes language that is high-sounding and inflated; pompous is the closest synonym.
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Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Avaricious".
A. Generous
B. Charitable
C. Content
D. Greedy
Correct Answer: D
Avaricious means having an excessive desire for wealth or gain; greedy is the closest synonym.
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Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Antipathy".
A. Affection
B. Attraction
C. Aversion
D. Fondness
Correct Answer: C
Antipathy means a strong feeling of dislike; aversion is the closest synonym.
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Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Anomaly".
A. Conformity
B. Irregularity
C. Standard
D. Normality
Correct Answer: B
Anomaly means something that deviates from what is standard, normal, or expected; irregularity is the closest synonym.
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Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Admonish".
A. Reprimand
B. Praise
C. Reward
D. Flatter
Correct Answer: A
Admonish means to warn or reprimand someone firmly; reprimand is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Acquiesce".
A. Resist
B. Object
C. Refuse
D. Consent
Correct Answer: D
Acquiesce means to accept or agree to something without protest; consent is the closest synonym.
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Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Abstemious".
A. Indulgent
B. Gluttonous
C. Temperate
D. Excessive
Correct Answer: C
Abstemious means moderate or self-restrained, especially in eating and drinking; temperate is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Vindicate".
A. Accuse
B. Justify
C. Condemn
D. Blame
Correct Answer: B
Vindicate means to clear from blame or show that an action or belief was justified; justify is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Succinct".
A. Concise
B. Verbose
C. Lengthy
D. Rambling
Correct Answer: A
Succinct means briefly and clearly expressed; concise is the closest synonym.
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Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Scrutinize".
A. Overlook
B. Ignore
C. Dismiss
D. Examine
Correct Answer: D
Scrutinize means to examine something very carefully; examine is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Robust".
A. Frail
B. Delicate
C. Strong
D. Weak
Correct Answer: C
Robust means strong, healthy, or able to withstand difficult conditions; strong is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Revere".
A. Despise
B. Venerate
C. Mock
D. Ignore
Correct Answer: B
Revere means to feel deep respect or admiration for; venerate is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Proficient".
A. Competent
B. Inept
C. Inexperienced
D. Weak
Correct Answer: A
Proficient means skilled and competent in doing or using something; competent is the closest synonym.
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Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Perpetual".
A. Temporary
B. Brief
C. Intermittent
D. Endless
Correct Answer: D
Perpetual means continuing indefinitely or repeatedly without end; endless is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Omit".
A. Include
B. Add
C. Exclude
D. Insert
Correct Answer: C
Omit means to leave out or exclude something; exclude is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Notorious".
A. Respected
B. Infamous
C. Unknown
D. Admirable
Correct Answer: B
Notorious means famous or well known for a negative reason; infamous is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Mundane".
A. Ordinary
B. Extraordinary
C. Exciting
D. Exceptional
Correct Answer: A
Mundane means ordinary, commonplace, or lacking excitement; ordinary is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Mitigate".
A. Intensify
B. Worsen
C. Aggravate
D. Alleviate
Correct Answer: D
Mitigate means to make something harmful, painful, or severe less serious; alleviate is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Meticulous".
A. Sloppy
B. Hasty
C. Careful
D. Negligent
Correct Answer: C
Meticulous means showing very great attention to detail; careful is the closest synonym.
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Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Lenient".
A. Strict
B. Merciful
C. Harsh
D. Severe
Correct Answer: B
Lenient means more tolerant or merciful than expected; merciful is the closest synonym.