CSS-PMS-Vocabulary-Batch-10-of-10-S-Z Synonyms
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Question 1 of 100
The word 'UNEQUIVOCAL' most nearly means:
ExplanationUNEQUIVOCAL (adjective) describes something leaving no doubt; clear and unambiguous. Example: 'She gave an unequivocal denial of the accusations.'
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Question 2 of 100
The word 'VANTAGE' most nearly means:
ExplanationVANTAGE (noun) means a place or position affording a good or commanding view of something, or a position of advantage. Example: 'From the hilltop's vantage point, they could see the entire valley.'
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Question 3 of 100
The word 'VORACIOUS' most nearly means:
ExplanationVORACIOUS (adjective) describes someone having a very eager approach to an activity, especially reading. Example: 'She was a voracious reader, finishing several books each week.'
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Question 4 of 100
The word 'WHIMSICAL' most nearly means:
ExplanationWHIMSICAL (adjective) describes something playfully quaint or fanciful, especially in an appealing way. Example: 'The children's book was filled with whimsical illustrations of talking animals.'
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Question 5 of 100
The word 'VERACITY' most nearly means:
ExplanationVERACITY (noun) means conformity to facts; accuracy or truthfulness. Example: 'Investigators questioned the veracity of the witness's testimony.'
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Question 6 of 100
The word 'VOLUBLE' most nearly means:
ExplanationVOLUBLE (adjective) describes someone talking fluently, readily, and at length. Example: 'The voluble tour guide answered every question with enthusiasm.'
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Question 7 of 100
The word 'VEHEMENT' most nearly means:
ExplanationVEHEMENT (adjective) describes something showing strong or passionate feeling; forceful. Example: 'He offered a vehement denial of all the charges against him.'
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Question 8 of 100
The word 'SYNTHESIS' most nearly means:
ExplanationSYNTHESIS (noun) means the combination of separate elements or ideas to form a coherent whole. Example: 'Her thesis offered a compelling synthesis of two previously unrelated theories.'
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Question 9 of 100
The word 'SYCOPHANT' most nearly means:
ExplanationSYCOPHANT (noun) means a person who acts obsequiously toward someone to gain advantage; a flatterer. Example: 'The king was surrounded by sycophants who never dared to disagree with him.'
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Question 10 of 100
The word 'VOLATILE' most nearly means:
ExplanationVOLATILE (adjective) describes something liable to change rapidly and unpredictably. Example: 'Investors grew nervous as the stock market became increasingly volatile.'
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Question 11 of 100
The word 'XENOPHOBIA' most nearly means:
ExplanationXENOPHOBIA (noun) means an intense or irrational dislike or fear of people from other countries. Example: 'The campaign was widely criticised for fuelling xenophobia.'
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Question 12 of 100
As a noun, 'VOGUE' most nearly means:
ExplanationVOGUE (noun) means the prevailing fashion or style at a particular time. Example: 'Minimalist design has been in vogue for the past decade.'
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Question 13 of 100
The word 'SUBSIDE' most nearly means:
ExplanationSUBSIDE (verb) means to become less intense, violent, or severe. Example: 'The floodwaters gradually began to subside after three days of rain.'
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Question 14 of 100
The word 'VIRULENT' most nearly means:
ExplanationVIRULENT (adjective) describes something extremely severe or harmful in its effects, or bitterly hostile. Example: 'The virulent strain of the virus spread rapidly through the city.'
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Question 15 of 100
The word 'VACILLATE' most nearly means:
ExplanationVACILLATE (verb) means to waver between different opinions or actions; to be indecisive. Example: 'The committee vacillated for weeks before finally approving the budget.'
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Question 16 of 100
As a noun, 'TABOO' most nearly means:
ExplanationTABOO (noun) means a social or religious custom prohibiting or restricting a particular practice. Example: 'Discussing salaries openly remains something of a taboo in many workplaces.'
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Question 17 of 100
The word 'UNPRECEDENTED' most nearly means:
ExplanationUNPRECEDENTED (adjective) describes something never done or known before. Example: 'The pandemic caused an unprecedented disruption to global supply chains.'
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Question 18 of 100
The word 'VIVACIOUS' most nearly means:
ExplanationVIVACIOUS (adjective) describes someone attractively lively and animated. Example: 'Her vivacious personality made her the centre of attention at every party.'
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Question 19 of 100
As a verb, 'YIELD' most nearly means:
ExplanationYIELD (verb) means to give way to pressure, arguments, or demands. Example: 'After hours of negotiation, the union finally yielded on the disputed clause.'
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Question 20 of 100
The word 'UBIQUITOUS' most nearly means:
ExplanationUBIQUITOUS (adjective) describes something present, appearing, or found everywhere. Example: 'Smartphones have become ubiquitous in nearly every corner of the globe.'
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Question 21 of 100
The word 'SUBTLE' most nearly means:
ExplanationSUBTLE (adjective) describes something so delicate or precise as to be difficult to detect or analyse. Example: 'There was a subtle change in her tone that only close friends could notice.'
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Question 22 of 100
The word 'SUCCINCT' most nearly means:
ExplanationSUCCINCT (adjective) describes something briefly and clearly expressed. Example: 'Her succinct summary captured the essence of the entire report in two sentences.'
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Question 23 of 100
The word 'SULLEN' most nearly means:
ExplanationSULLEN (adjective) describes someone bad-tempered and sulky, especially in silence. Example: 'The teenager sat in sullen silence throughout dinner.'
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Question 24 of 100
The word 'VISCERAL' most nearly means:
ExplanationVISCERAL (adjective) describes feelings relating to deep inward emotions rather than intellect. Example: 'The film provoked a visceral reaction from the audience.'
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Question 25 of 100
The word 'UNSCRUPULOUS' most nearly means:
ExplanationUNSCRUPULOUS (adjective) describes someone having or showing no moral principles. Example: 'Unscrupulous dealers sold counterfeit goods disguised as genuine products.'
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Question 26 of 100
The word 'VERDANT' most nearly means:
ExplanationVERDANT (adjective) describes something green with grass or other lush vegetation. Example: 'The verdant hills stretched as far as the eye could see.'
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Question 27 of 100
The word 'TRANSGRESS' most nearly means:
ExplanationTRANSGRESS (verb) means to go beyond the limits set by a command, moral principle, or law. Example: 'He was disciplined for transgressing the company's code of conduct.'
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Question 28 of 100
The word 'SUBSTANTIATE' most nearly means:
ExplanationSUBSTANTIATE (verb) means to provide evidence to support or prove the truth of a claim. Example: 'The company failed to substantiate its advertising claims when challenged.'
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Question 29 of 100
The word 'SUBDUE' most nearly means:
ExplanationSUBDUE (verb) means to overcome or bring under control. Example: 'The firefighters worked through the night to subdue the blaze.'
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Question 30 of 100
The word 'TREPIDATION' most nearly means:
ExplanationTREPIDATION (noun) means a feeling of fear or anxiety about something that may happen. Example: 'She approached the interview with a mixture of excitement and trepidation.'
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Question 31 of 100
The word 'SUBLIME' most nearly means:
ExplanationSUBLIME (adjective) describes something of such excellence, beauty, or grandeur as to inspire great admiration or awe. Example: 'The view from the mountaintop was simply sublime.'
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Question 32 of 100
The word 'VERSATILE' most nearly means:
ExplanationVERSATILE (adjective) describes someone or something able to adapt or be adapted to many different functions. Example: 'The versatile actor was equally convincing in comedy and tragedy.'
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Question 33 of 100
The word 'SURREPTITIOUS' most nearly means:
ExplanationSURREPTITIOUS (adjective) describes something kept secret because it would not be approved of. Example: 'He took a surreptitious glance at his phone during the lecture.'
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Question 34 of 100
The word 'VINDICATE' most nearly means:
ExplanationVINDICATE (verb) means to clear someone of blame or suspicion, or to show their claim was correct. Example: 'New evidence eventually vindicated the man who had spent years in prison.'
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Question 35 of 100
The word 'WISTFUL' most nearly means:
ExplanationWISTFUL (adjective) describes a feeling of vague or regretful longing. Example: 'She gave a wistful smile as she looked through the old photographs.'
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Question 36 of 100
The word 'SUBSTANTIAL' most nearly means:
ExplanationSUBSTANTIAL (adjective) describes something of considerable importance, size, or value. Example: 'The company reported substantial growth in its overseas markets.'
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Question 37 of 100
The word 'TREPID' most nearly means:
ExplanationTREPID (adjective) describes someone timid or fearful. Example: 'The trepid new hire hesitated before asking her first question in the meeting.'
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Question 38 of 100
The word 'VEX' most nearly means:
ExplanationVEX (verb) means to make someone annoyed, frustrated, or worried, especially about a trivial matter. Example: 'The persistent noise from next door continued to vex the neighbours.'
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Question 39 of 100
The word 'TANTAMOUNT' most nearly means:
ExplanationTANTAMOUNT (adjective) describes something equivalent in seriousness or effect to something else, usually something bad. Example: 'Ignoring the warning signs was tantamount to inviting disaster.'
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Question 40 of 100
The word 'SUCCUMB' most nearly means:
ExplanationSUCCUMB (verb) means to fail to resist pressure, temptation, or another force. Example: 'Despite the doctors' best efforts, he eventually succumbed to the illness.'
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Question 41 of 100
The word 'TRITE' most nearly means:
ExplanationTRITE (adjective) describes an expression overused to the point of losing significance; unoriginal. Example: 'The speech was filled with trite phrases that failed to inspire anyone.'
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Question 42 of 100
As a verb, 'SWAY' most nearly means:
ExplanationSWAY (verb) means to move gently back and forth, or figuratively to influence someone's opinions or actions. Example: 'His compelling speech managed to sway several undecided voters.'
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Question 43 of 100
As a noun, 'VAGRANT' most nearly means:
ExplanationVAGRANT (noun) means a person without a settled home or regular work who wanders from place to place. Example: 'The shelter provided food and lodging for vagrants in the city.'
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Question 44 of 100
The word 'VIABLE' most nearly means:
ExplanationVIABLE (adjective) describes something capable of working successfully; feasible. Example: 'The startup struggled to find a financially viable business model.'
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Question 45 of 100
As a verb, 'TEMPER' most nearly means:
ExplanationTEMPER (verb) means to moderate or restrain the effect of something. Example: 'She tempered her criticism with words of genuine encouragement.'
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Question 46 of 100
The word 'WOE' most nearly means:
ExplanationWOE (noun) means great sorrow or distress. Example: 'The letter recounted his many woes during the long journey.'
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Question 47 of 100
The word 'SUBSERVIENT' most nearly means:
ExplanationSUBSERVIENT (adjective) describes someone prepared to obey others unquestioningly; servile. Example: 'The regime demanded a subservient press that would not question its policies.'
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Question 48 of 100
The word 'VALIDATE' most nearly means:
ExplanationVALIDATE (verb) means to check or prove that something is valid, accurate, or justified. Example: 'The results were validated by an independent research team.'
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Question 49 of 100
The word 'TORPID' most nearly means:
ExplanationTORPID (adjective) describes something mentally or physically inactive; lethargic. Example: 'The summer heat left the entire town feeling torpid and slow.'
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Question 50 of 100
As a verb, 'SWINDLE' most nearly means:
ExplanationSWINDLE (verb) means to cheat someone out of money or possessions. Example: 'The elderly couple was swindled out of their life savings by the fraudulent investment scheme.'
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Question 51 of 100
The word 'VESTIGE' most nearly means:
ExplanationVESTIGE (noun) means a small remaining trace, part, or amount of something that once existed. Example: 'The old stone wall was one of the last vestiges of the ancient city.'
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Question 52 of 100
The word 'SUSTAIN' most nearly means:
ExplanationSUSTAIN (verb) means to strengthen or support physically or mentally, or to keep something going over time. Example: 'The team's determination sustained them through the difficult final stretch.'
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Question 53 of 100
The word 'ZEAL' most nearly means:
ExplanationZEAL (noun) means great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause or objective. Example: 'She pursued her research with remarkable zeal.'
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Question 54 of 100
The word 'TACIT' most nearly means:
ExplanationTACIT (adjective) describes something understood or implied without being directly stated. Example: 'Their silence was taken as tacit approval of the proposal.'
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Question 55 of 100
The word 'TURBULENT' most nearly means:
ExplanationTURBULENT (adjective) describes something characterised by conflict, disorder, or confusion. Example: 'The country endured a turbulent period of political transition.'
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Question 56 of 100
The word 'WITHER' most nearly means:
ExplanationWITHER (verb) means to become dry and shrivelled, or figuratively to decline or fade. Example: 'The once-thriving business began to wither after the new competitor arrived.'
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Question 57 of 100
The word 'SUPPRESS' most nearly means:
ExplanationSUPPRESS (verb) means to forcibly put an end to or restrain something. Example: 'The government moved quickly to suppress the growing unrest.'
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Question 58 of 100
The word 'UPHEAVAL' most nearly means:
ExplanationUPHEAVAL (noun) means a violent or sudden change or disruption to something. Example: 'The country experienced significant political upheaval following the election.'
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Question 59 of 100
The word 'VITRIOLIC' most nearly means:
ExplanationVITRIOLIC (adjective) describes something filled with bitter criticism or malice. Example: 'The vitriolic review left the young author devastated.'
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Question 60 of 100
The word 'UNCANNY' most nearly means:
ExplanationUNCANNY (adjective) describes something strange or mysterious, especially in an unsettling way. Example: 'The twins bore an uncanny resemblance to each other.'
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Question 61 of 100
The word 'TYRANNY' most nearly means:
ExplanationTYRANNY (noun) means cruel and oppressive government or rule. Example: 'The people finally rose up against decades of tyranny.'
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Question 62 of 100
The word 'TURGID' most nearly means:
ExplanationTURGID (adjective) describes language that is pompous or overly complicated. Example: 'The turgid prose made the novel a struggle to finish.'
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Question 63 of 100
The word 'WRATH' most nearly means:
ExplanationWRATH (noun) means extreme anger. Example: 'The villagers feared incurring the wrath of the local lord.'
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Question 64 of 100
The word 'TENET' most nearly means:
ExplanationTENET (noun) means a principle or belief, especially one held by a group or organisation. Example: 'Equality before the law is a core tenet of the constitution.'
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Question 65 of 100
The word 'STUPEFY' most nearly means:
ExplanationSTUPEFY (verb) means to astonish and shock someone; to stun into a dazed state. Example: 'The sheer scale of the discovery stupefied the entire scientific community.'
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Question 66 of 100
The word 'TIRADE' most nearly means:
ExplanationTIRADE (noun) means a long, angry speech of criticism or accusation. Example: 'He launched into a tirade about the poor customer service.'
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Question 67 of 100
The word 'STRINGENT' most nearly means:
ExplanationSTRINGENT (adjective) describes rules or regulations that are strict and precisely controlled. Example: 'The factory now follows more stringent safety regulations after last year's accident.'
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Question 68 of 100
As an adjective, 'SUBORDINATE' most nearly means:
ExplanationSUBORDINATE (adjective) describes something or someone of lower rank or importance. Example: 'Personal comfort was subordinate to the mission's success.'
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Question 69 of 100
The word 'VERBOSE' most nearly means:
ExplanationVERBOSE (adjective) describes speech or writing that uses more words than needed; wordy. Example: 'The professor's verbose explanations often confused rather than clarified.'
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Question 70 of 100
The word 'TENACIOUS' most nearly means:
ExplanationTENACIOUS (adjective) describes someone holding firmly to a course of action or opinion; persistent. Example: 'Her tenacious pursuit of justice eventually led to the case being reopened.'
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Question 71 of 100
The word 'UNDERMINE' most nearly means:
ExplanationUNDERMINE (verb) means to gradually weaken or damage something, especially a person's confidence or authority. Example: 'Constant criticism began to undermine her confidence.'
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Question 72 of 100
The word 'WANE' most nearly means:
ExplanationWANE (verb) means to decrease in strength, power, extent, or intensity. Example: 'Public interest in the scandal began to wane after a few weeks.'
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Question 73 of 100
The word 'UTILITARIAN' most nearly means:
ExplanationUTILITARIAN (adjective) describes something designed to be useful or practical rather than attractive. Example: 'The building's utilitarian design prioritised function over beauty.'
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Question 74 of 100
The word 'TANGIBLE' most nearly means:
ExplanationTANGIBLE (adjective) describes something perceptible by touch, or clear and definite; real. Example: 'The new policy produced tangible improvements in public transport within months.'
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Question 75 of 100
The word 'ZEALOUS' most nearly means:
ExplanationZEALOUS (adjective) describes someone showing great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause or objective. Example: 'The zealous volunteers worked around the clock during the relief effort.'
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Question 76 of 100
The word 'WRY' most nearly means:
ExplanationWRY (adjective) describes humour that is dry, mocking, or ironic. Example: 'He offered a wry comment about the irony of the situation.'
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Question 77 of 100
The word 'TRANSIENT' most nearly means:
ExplanationTRANSIENT (adjective) describes something lasting only for a short time; temporary. Example: 'The joy of winning the lottery proved transient once the money ran out.'
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Question 78 of 100
The word 'VIRTUOSO' most nearly means:
ExplanationVIRTUOSO (noun) means a person highly skilled in a particular art, especially music. Example: 'The young violinist was already being hailed as a virtuoso.'
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Question 79 of 100
The word 'SUPPLANT' most nearly means:
ExplanationSUPPLANT (verb) means to supersede and take the place of. Example: 'Digital streaming has largely supplanted physical media in the music industry.'
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Question 80 of 100
The word 'TACITURN' most nearly means:
ExplanationTACITURN (adjective) describes someone reserved or uncommunicative in speech; saying little. Example: 'The taciturn old fisherman rarely spoke more than a few words to strangers.'
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Question 81 of 100
The word 'WANTON' most nearly means:
ExplanationWANTON (adjective) describes something deliberate and unprovoked, especially cruelty or destruction. Example: 'The court condemned the wanton destruction of public property.'
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Question 82 of 100
The word 'VAPID' most nearly means:
ExplanationVAPID (adjective) describes something offering nothing stimulating or challenging; dull and lifeless. Example: 'The talk show was filled with vapid celebrity gossip.'
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Question 83 of 100
The word 'UNFETTERED' most nearly means:
ExplanationUNFETTERED (adjective) describes something not restrained or restricted. Example: 'The new policy gave managers unfettered authority to make hiring decisions.'
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Question 84 of 100
The word 'VENERABLE' most nearly means:
ExplanationVENERABLE (adjective) describes someone accorded great respect, especially because of age, wisdom, or character. Example: 'The venerable scholar had taught at the university for over forty years.'
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Question 85 of 100
The word 'UPROOT' most nearly means:
ExplanationUPROOT (verb) means to remove someone or something from their environment or established place. Example: 'The family was uprooted from their home by the sudden flooding.'
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Question 86 of 100
The word 'USURP' most nearly means:
ExplanationUSURP (verb) means to take a position of power or importance illegally or by force. Example: 'The general attempted to usurp the throne during the chaos.'
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Question 87 of 100
The word 'SUPERFLUOUS' most nearly means:
ExplanationSUPERFLUOUS (adjective) describes something unnecessary, especially through being more than enough. Example: 'The editor removed several superfluous adjectives from the opening paragraph.'
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Question 88 of 100
As a verb, 'SURMISE' most nearly means:
ExplanationSURMISE (verb) means to suppose something is true without having complete evidence. Example: 'From the empty cups, she surmised that a meeting had recently taken place.'
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Question 89 of 100
The word 'WARY' most nearly means:
ExplanationWARY (adjective) describes someone feeling or showing caution about possible dangers or problems. Example: 'Investors remained wary of the company's inflated growth claims.'
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Question 90 of 100
The word 'VILIFY' most nearly means:
ExplanationVILIFY (verb) means to speak or write about someone in an abusively disparaging manner. Example: 'The whistleblower was vilified by the very company he tried to expose.'
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Question 91 of 100
The word 'TUMULTUOUS' most nearly means:
ExplanationTUMULTUOUS (adjective) describes something loud, excited, and enthusiastic, or confused and disorderly. Example: 'The team received a tumultuous welcome from fans upon their return.'
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Question 92 of 100
The word 'TERSE' most nearly means:
ExplanationTERSE (adjective) describes speech or writing that is brief and to the point, often sounding curt. Example: 'His terse reply suggested he was not in the mood to discuss the matter further.'
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Question 93 of 100
The word 'WAVER' most nearly means:
ExplanationWAVER (verb) means to become unsteady; to hesitate between different opinions or actions. Example: 'Despite the pressure, his resolve never wavered.'
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Question 94 of 100
The word 'TENUOUS' most nearly means:
ExplanationTENUOUS (adjective) describes something very weak or slight, such as an argument or connection. Example: 'The link between the two events was, at best, tenuous.'
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Question 95 of 100
The word 'VULNERABLE' most nearly means:
ExplanationVULNERABLE (adjective) describes someone exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed. Example: 'The elderly are particularly vulnerable during extreme weather events.'
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Question 96 of 100
The word 'TENTATIVE' most nearly means:
ExplanationTENTATIVE (adjective) describes something not certain or fixed; provisional. Example: 'They reached a tentative agreement pending final approval from both boards.'
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Question 97 of 100
The word 'VERISIMILITUDE' most nearly means:
ExplanationVERISIMILITUDE (noun) means the appearance of being true or real. Example: 'The director insisted on historical accuracy to lend the film greater verisimilitude.'
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Question 98 of 100
The word 'SURPASS' most nearly means:
ExplanationSURPASS (verb) means to exceed or go beyond a certain standard or achievement. Example: 'This year's sales figures surpassed even the most optimistic projections.'
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Question 99 of 100
The word 'TEMPESTUOUS' most nearly means:
ExplanationTEMPESTUOUS (adjective) describes something turbulent or characterised by strong or conflicting emotion. Example: 'Their tempestuous relationship was marked by frequent, dramatic arguments.'
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Question 100 of 100
The word 'UNANIMOUS' most nearly means:
ExplanationUNANIMOUS (adjective) describes something fully in agreement, with no one dissenting. Example: 'The board reached a unanimous decision to approve the merger.'
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