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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Acrimony".
A. Bitterness
B. Harmony
C. Kindness
D. Joy
Correct Answer: A
Acrimony means bitterness or harshness in speech or manner; bitterness is the closest synonym.
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Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Abjure".
A. Accept
B. Praise
C. Repeat
D. Renounce
Correct Answer: D
Abjure means to formally reject or give up; renounce is the closest synonym.
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Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Aberration".
A. Conformity
B. Routine
C. Deviation
D. Balance
Correct Answer: C
Aberration means a departure from what is normal or expected; deviation is the closest synonym.
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Choose the closest synonym of "Enigmatic".
A. Obvious
B. Mysterious
C. Simple
D. Familiar
Correct Answer: B
Enigmatic means difficult to interpret or understand; mysterious is the closest synonym.
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Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Deteriorate".
A. Worsen
B. Improve
C. Repair
D. Stabilize
Correct Answer: A
Deteriorate means to become progressively worse; worsen is the closest synonym.
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Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Deplete".
A. Replenish
B. Increase
C. Collect
D. Exhaust
Correct Answer: D
Deplete means to use up or greatly reduce a resource; exhaust is the closest synonym.
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Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Concise".
A. Lengthy
B. Vague
C. Brief
D. Complex
Correct Answer: C
Concise means giving much information in few words; brief is the closest synonym.
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Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Benevolent".
A. Cruel
B. Kind
C. Selfish
D. Harsh
Correct Answer: B
Benevolent means well-meaning and kindly; kind is the closest synonym.
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Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Zeal".
A. Enthusiasm
B. Apathy
C. Doubt
D. Fear
Correct Answer: A
Zeal means great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause; enthusiasm is the closest synonym.
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Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Wary".
A. Trusting
B. Careless
C. Rash
D. Cautious
Correct Answer: D
Wary means cautious about possible danger; cautious is the closest synonym.
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Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Vigilant".
A. Careless
B. Sleepy
C. Watchful
D. Reckless
Correct Answer: C
Vigilant means keeping careful watch for danger or problems; watchful is the closest synonym.
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Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Transient".
A. Permanent
B. Temporary
C. Lasting
D. Fixed
Correct Answer: B
Transient means lasting only a short time; temporary is the closest synonym.
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Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Tedious".
A. Boring
B. Exciting
C. Brief
D. Pleasant
Correct Answer: A
Tedious means too long, slow, or dull; boring is the closest synonym.
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Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Stern".
A. Lenient
B. Cheerful
C. Mild
D. Strict
Correct Answer: D
Stern means strict and serious; strict is the closest synonym.
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Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Sporadic".
A. Constant
B. Regular
C. Occasional
D. Permanent
Correct Answer: C
Sporadic means occurring at irregular intervals; occasional is the closest synonym.
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Synonyms
Choose the closest synonym of "Reticent".
A. Talkative
B. Reserved
C. Bold
D. Cheerful
Correct Answer: B
Reticent means not revealing one's thoughts readily; reserved is the closest synonym.