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Example Question #644 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
JARGON
Specialized Studies
Specialized Interrogation
Specialized Architecture
Specialized Profession
Specialized Language
Specialized Language
"Jargon" is a type of language specific to a particular discipline or specialty. While "architects," "scholars," and other professions do have their own kinds of jargon, the words are not actually synonymous. An "interrogation" is a questioning session.
Example Question #645 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ABNEGATION
Hearth
Lassitude
Fodder
Renunciation
Predilection
Renunciation
The noun "abnegation" means "renunciation," denial, rejection, the act of disavowing something. Additionally, a "predilection" is a preference for something; "lassitude" is weariness, exhaustion, lethargy; "fodder" is worthless material to be sacrificed for some cause; a "hearth" is a fireplace or a spiritual home, or less commonly, a literal home.
Example Question #646 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
COMPLIANCE
Exigency
Predilection
Obedience
Repose
Serendipity
Obedience
The noun "compliance" means the action of agreeing to a command or a request. Although this is not a direct synonym of "obedience," this is easily the best answer. Additionally, "predilection" is a preference for, having a particular like for something; "exigency" is urgency, the need to get something done; "repose" is rest; "serendipity" is the occurrence of some happy and lucky incident, good fortune.
Example Question #647 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ZENITH
Tenacity
Harangue
Acumen
Apogee
Lunacy
Apogee
"Zenith" is another word for pinnacle, apex, or "apogee." "Lunacy" is a synonym for "insanity," and "tenacity" is perseverance and determination. "Acumen" is another word for shrewdness or sharpness, and a "harangue" is a verbal rant or tirade.
Example Question #648 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PROBITY
Integrity
Paucity
Maturity
Largesse
Mischief
Integrity
"Probity" means "integrity" and moral uprightness. "Mischief" is trouble, and "largesse" is generosity. "Maturity" and "immaturity" are antonyms, as are "paucity" and "abundance."
Example Question #649 : Synonyms: Nouns
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PROCLIVITY
Lethargy
Levity
Nadir
Inclination
Apogee
Inclination
A "proclivity" is an inclination or tendency towards something. "Lethargy" means listlessness, "nadir" means low point, and "apogee" means high point. "Levity" means lightheartedness and humor.
Example Question #650 : Synonyms: Nouns
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BREVITY
Assignation
Lassitude
Briefness
Decreptitude
Gluttony
Briefness
"Brevity" and "briefness" are synonyms. "Lassitude" means lethargy or apathy. "Decrepitude" describes the state of being old and dilapidated. "Gluttony" means excess or greed in eating. An "assignation" is another word for a rendezvous or illicit meet-up.
Example Question #651 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ZENITH
Apogee
Mendacity
Complicity
Ibex
Rumpus
Apogee
"Zenith" and "apogee" both describe an apex or a high point. An "ibex" is a type of wild goat, while a "rumpus" is a commotion or a disturbance. "Complicity" means guilt, and "mendacity" means dishonesty.
Example Question #652 : Synonyms: Nouns
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ASSIGNATION
Dignitary
Rendezvous
Luster
Zealot
Hegemony
Rendezvous
An "assignation" is a tryst, "rendezvous," or secretive meeting. A "zealot" is a fanatic, and "hegemony" is supremacy or authoritarian dominance. A "dignitary" is a famous or noteworthy person. "Lustre" is a synonym for gloss or shine.
Example Question #653 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
LASSITUDE
Amity
Wrath
Sluggishness
Squalor
Aberration
Sluggishness
"Lassitude" is lethargy, "sluggishness," and apathy. "Amity" is a synonym for friendship, and "squalor" is a synonym for filth. An "aberration" is something different from the norm. "Wrath" is a synonym for rage or fury.
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