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Example Question #639 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
JUNCTURE
Plumage
Moment
Proponent
Tryst
Advocate
Moment
A "juncture" is a moment in time. Usually it is a moment in time where two things meet or where two things split and go separate ways. Additionally, "plumage" is the name given to feathers on a bird; "proponent" and "advocate" are synonyms, both words mean supporter, someone who speaks out in support of something; a "tryst" is an illicit meeting, an affair, a secret rendezvous.
Example Question #640 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
TURMOIL
Cogent
Indiscriminate
Outlier
Acolyte
Agitation
Agitation
The noun "turmoil" is used to describe a state of chaos and agitation, an uncertain situation. Additionally, an "outlier" is a piece of data that does not fit with the rest, an anomaly; "cogent" means (of an argument) very convincing, well reasoned; "indiscriminate" means not discriminating, random; an "acolyte" is an assistant, a minion.
Example Question #641 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
IMPUDENCE
Expurgation
Effrontery
Nuisance
Relevance
Melody
Effrontery
"Impudence" is another word for both insolence and "effrontery." "Relevance" indicates connection to the topic at hand. A "melody" is a sequence of notes that comprises a song, and a "nuisance" is a bother. "Expurgation" is the act of removing material from something (e.g. a book) to avoid offending people.
Example Question #642 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
APEX
Larceny
Interrogation
Nadir
Pinnacle
Gratitude
Pinnacle
An "apex" is a "pinnacle," apogee, or high point. This is the antonym of "nadir," or low point. An "interrogation" is a formal or intense questioning. "Larceny" is theft, and "gratitude" is thankfulness.
Example Question #643 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
APLOMB
Poise
Clumsiness
Loquacity
Lechery
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 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
JARGON
Specialized Architecture
Specialized Interrogation
Specialized Language
Specialized Studies
Specialized Profession
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 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ABNEGATION
Fodder
Hearth
Predilection
Renunciation
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 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
COMPLIANCE
Obedience
Repose
Serendipity
Predilection
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 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ZENITH
Harangue
Tenacity
Lunacy
Apogee
Acumen
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 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PROBITY
Largesse
Paucity
Maturity
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."
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