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Example Question #693 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
FATHOM
Weight
Shininess
Depth
Truism
Superficiality
Depth
A "fathom" is a unit used to measure the depth of water. "Depth" itself is an antonym for superficiality, or shallowness. A "truism" is a platitude or empty saying. Another word for "shininess" is gloss or luster.
Example Question #694 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
CREDULITY
Assignation
Belief
Velocity
Distrust
Commendation
Belief
"Credulity" means "belief" and particularly gullibility. This is an antonym for "distrust." Another word for "velocity" is speed, and another word for "assignation" is rendezvous. "Commendation" is acclaim or praise.
Example Question #695 : Synonyms: Nouns
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CURRENCY
Credulity
Bouquet
Verisimilitude
Prevalence
Mendacity
Prevalence
For an idea to gain "currency" is for it to become prevalent and widely accepted. A "bouquet" is a bunch of flowers, and "verisimilitude" is the appearance of realness. "Credulity" is gullibility, and "mendacity" is dishonesty.
Example Question #696 : Synonyms: Nouns
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DISPARITY
Oath
Aplomb
Discrepancy
Epitome
Futility
Discrepancy
A "disparity" is a "discrepancy" or difference. An "oath" is a vow, and an "epitome" is a paragon or a perfect example of something. "Futility" means pointlessness or fruitlessness. "Aplomb" is a synonym for "poise."
Example Question #697 : Synonyms: Nouns
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CAMARADERIE
Complicity
Conviviality
Iniquity
Complacency
Tirade
Conviviality
"Camaraderie" means comradeship, friendship, and "conviviality." "Iniquity" means evil, and "propinquity" means proximity. A "tirade" is a rant or a harangue. "Complicity" is guilt, and "complacency" is smug self-satisfaction.
Example Question #698 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
INQUIRY
Disposition
Innuendo
Judgment
Proclivity
Investigation
Investigation
An "inquiry" is another word for an investigation, a formal search for the truth primarily through questioning. Additionally, a "proclivity" is a natural tendency to do something or to prefer something; "innuendo" is a comment that is intended to be witty and is usually of a rude nature; "disposition" means temperament, character, a person's inherent qualities.
Example Question #699 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PLIGHT
Outcome
Danger
Consideration
Affection
Liveliness
Danger
"Plight" is danger, a situation that is dangerous or challenging, a predicament.
Example Question #700 : Synonyms: Nouns
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DISPOSITION
Repose
Jettison
Ponderous
Attitude
Winsome
Attitude
"Disposition" refers to an individual's temperament, their character and nature. This is closest in definition to "attitude." Additionally, "winsome" means charming or attractive; "repose" means rest; "jettison" means get rid of, discard; "ponderous" means slow and boring.
Example Question #361 : Synonyms: Nouns For Abstract Concepts
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
CAPRICE
Levity
Fancy
Expurgation
Penchant
Intoxication
Fancy
A "caprice" is a "fancy" or a whim. This is different from "levity," which means humor, lightheartedness, or vivacity. (Less commonly, it can describe a classical music composition.) "Intoxication" is drunkenness, and "expurgation" is censorship. A "penchant" for something is a proclivity, affinity, or liking for it.
Example Question #362 : Synonyms: Nouns For Abstract Concepts
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
CONTRETEMPS
Quarrel
Preamble
Indictment
Squall
Statuary
Quarrel
A "contretemps" is a minor "quarrel," disagreement, or argument. A "squall" is a storm or tempest. An "indictment" is a formal accusation or charge. "Preamble" is a synonym for "introduction," and "statuary" is another word for a group of statues.
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