Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Compatible".
A. Harmonious
B. Conflicting
C. Unsuitable
D. Hostile
Correct Answer: A
Compatible means able to exist or work together without conflict; harmonious is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Complacent".
A. Anxious
B. Dissatisfied
C. Vigilant
D. Self-satisfied
Correct Answer: D
Complacent means overly pleased with oneself or a situation and unaware of possible danger; self-satisfied is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Brevity".
A. Lengthiness
B. Verbosity
C. Conciseness
D. Repetition
Correct Answer: C
Brevity means concise use of words or shortness of duration; conciseness is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Boisterous".
A. Quiet
B. Noisy
C. Subdued
D. Reserved
Correct Answer: B
Boisterous means noisy, energetic, and cheerful; noisy is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Avert".
A. Prevent
B. Cause
C. Invite
D. Provoke
Correct Answer: A
Avert means to prevent an undesirable event from occurring; prevent is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Authentic".
A. Counterfeit
B. Doubtful
C. Artificial
D. Real
Correct Answer: D
Authentic means genuine and not false or copied; real is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Augment".
A. Reduce
B. Diminish
C. Increase
D. Shrink
Correct Answer: C
Augment means to make something greater by adding to it; increase is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Apprehensive".
A. Confident
B. Anxious
C. Relaxed
D. Unconcerned
Correct Answer: B
Apprehensive means anxious or fearful that something unpleasant may happen; anxious is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Ambiguous".
A. Unclear
B. Explicit
C. Certain
D. Definite
Correct Answer: A
Ambiguous means open to more than one interpretation and therefore unclear; unclear is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Aggravate".
A. Alleviate
B. Improve
C. Soothe
D. Worsen
Correct Answer: D
Aggravate means to make a problem, illness, or situation worse; worsen is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Affluent".
A. Poor
B. Needy
C. Wealthy
D. Destitute
Correct Answer: C
Affluent means having a great deal of money or resources; wealthy is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Adroit".
A. Clumsy
B. Skillful
C. Hesitant
D. Ignorant
Correct Answer: B
Adroit means clever and skillful in using the hands or mind; skillful is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Victory".
A. Triumph
B. Defeat
C. Failure
D. Loss
Correct Answer: A
Victory means success in a contest, struggle, or conflict; triumph is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Valuable".
A. Worthless
B. Cheap
C. Useless
D. Precious
Correct Answer: D
Valuable means worth a great deal or highly useful; precious is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Urgent".
A. Trivial
B. Optional
C. Pressing
D. Delayed
Correct Answer: C
Urgent means requiring immediate attention or action; pressing is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Tiny".
A. Enormous
B. Minute
C. Broad
D. Massive
Correct Answer: B
Tiny means extremely small; minute, when used as an adjective, is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Sincere".
A. Genuine
B. False
C. Sarcastic
D. Insincere
Correct Answer: A
Sincere means free from pretence or deceit; genuine is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Select".
A. Reject
B. Scatter
C. Ignore
D. Choose
Correct Answer: D
Select means to pick out from a number of alternatives; choose is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Rigid".
A. Flexible
B. Soft
C. Stiff
D. Adaptable
Correct Answer: C
Rigid means not flexible or difficult to bend; stiff is the closest synonym.
Precis & Composition
Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Reject".
A. Accept
B. Refuse
C. Approve
D. Embrace
Correct Answer: B
Reject means to decline to accept, consider, or use; refuse is the closest synonym.