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Example Question #643 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
APLOMB
Loquacity
Clumsiness
Lechery
Poise
Gluttony
Poise
To do something with "aplomb" is to do it with poise and "polish." This is an antonym of "clumsiness." "Gluttony" means overeating, and "lechery" means lust. "Loquacity" is a synonym for excessive talkativeness.
Example Question #644 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
JARGON
Specialized Interrogation
Specialized Architecture
Specialized Profession
Specialized Language
Specialized Studies
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
Predilection
Renunciation
Fodder
Lassitude
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
Serendipity
Predilection
Obedience
Repose
Exigency
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
Apogee
Acumen
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
Maturity
Largesse
Paucity
Integrity
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
Inclination
Levity
Nadir
Apogee
Lethargy
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
Briefness
Lassitude
Assignation
Gluttony
Decreptitude
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
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ZENITH
Rumpus
Apogee
Ibex
Complicity
Mendacity
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
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ASSIGNATION
Rendezvous
Luster
Hegemony
Dignitary
Zealot
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.
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