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Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Ingenious".
A. Inventive
B. Unimaginative
C. Foolish
D. Ordinary
Correct Answer: A
Ingenious means clever, original, and inventive in designing or solving something; inventive is the closest synonym.
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Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Imminent".
A. Distant
B. Unlikely
C. Past
D. Impending
Correct Answer: D
Imminent means about to happen very soon; impending is the closest synonym.
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Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Gregarious".
A. Withdrawn
B. Solitary
C. Sociable
D. Shy
Correct Answer: C
Gregarious means fond of company and social interaction; sociable is the closest synonym.
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Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Frugal".
A. Wasteful
B. Economical
C. Extravagant
D. Lavish
Correct Answer: B
Frugal means careful about spending money or using resources; economical is the closest synonym.
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Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Feasible".
A. Possible
B. Impossible
C. Impractical
D. Absurd
Correct Answer: A
Feasible means possible and practical enough to be done successfully; possible is the closest synonym.
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Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Elated".
A. Depressed
B. Worried
C. Indifferent
D. Overjoyed
Correct Answer: D
Elated means extremely happy and excited; overjoyed is the closest synonym.
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Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Dubious".
A. Certain
B. Trustworthy
C. Doubtful
D. Evident
Correct Answer: C
Dubious means uncertain, doubtful, or not to be relied upon; doubtful is the closest synonym.
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Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Docile".
A. Rebellious
B. Obedient
C. Fierce
D. Stubborn
Correct Answer: B
Docile means ready to accept control or instruction; obedient is the closest synonym.
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Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Disseminate".
A. Spread
B. Collect
C. Suppress
D. Hide
Correct Answer: A
Disseminate means to spread information or ideas widely; spread is the closest synonym.
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Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Desolate".
A. Crowded
B. Cheerful
C. Fertile
D. Forsaken
Correct Answer: D
Desolate means deserted, empty, or abandoned; forsaken is the closest synonym.
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Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Deride".
A. Praise
B. Admire
C. Mock
D. Honor
Correct Answer: C
Deride means to express contempt for someone through ridicule; mock is the closest synonym.
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Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Deliberate".
A. Accidental
B. Intentional
C. Spontaneous
D. Careless
Correct Answer: B
Deliberate, as an adjective, means done consciously and intentionally; intentional is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Decipher".
A. Decode
B. Confuse
C. Conceal
D. Encrypt
Correct Answer: A
Decipher means to convert coded or unclear information into understandable form; decode is the closest synonym.
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Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Debilitate".
A. Strengthen
B. Invigorate
C. Restore
D. Weaken
Correct Answer: D
Debilitate means to make someone or something weak; weaken is the closest synonym.
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Choose the closest synonym of "Daunt".
A. Encourage
B. Reassure
C. Intimidate
D. Inspire
Correct Answer: C
Daunt means to make someone feel intimidated or less confident; intimidate is the closest synonym.
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Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Credible".
A. Doubtful
B. Believable
C. False
D. Absurd
Correct Answer: B
Credible means capable of being believed or trusted; believable is the closest synonym.
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Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Copious".
A. Plentiful
B. Scarce
C. Limited
D. Meager
Correct Answer: A
Copious means abundant in supply or quantity; plentiful is the closest synonym.
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Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Contrite".
A. Proud
B. Defiant
C. Indifferent
D. Remorseful
Correct Answer: D
Contrite means feeling or expressing remorse for wrongdoing; remorseful is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Condone".
A. Condemn
B. Punish
C. Excuse
D. Prohibit
Correct Answer: C
Condone means to accept or overlook behavior considered wrong; excuse is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Compel".
A. Request
B. Force
C. Release
D. Deter
Correct Answer: B
Compel means to force or strongly oblige someone to do something; force is the closest synonym.