CSS-PMS-Vocabulary-Batch-3-of-10-D-E Synonyms
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Question 1 of 100
The word 'DISSIPATE' most nearly means:
ExplanationDISSIPATE (verb) means to disappear gradually or to scatter. Example: 'The morning fog began to dissipate as the sun rose.'
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Question 2 of 100
The word 'DILAPIDATED' most nearly means:
ExplanationDILAPIDATED (adjective) describes something in a state of disrepair or ruin as a result of age or neglect. Example: 'The dilapidated old house had been vacant for decades.'
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Question 3 of 100
The word 'EDIFY' most nearly means:
ExplanationEDIFY (verb) means to instruct or improve someone morally or intellectually. Example: 'The lecture series was designed to edify rather than merely entertain.'
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Question 4 of 100
The word 'DEMURE' most nearly means:
ExplanationDEMURE (adjective) describes someone reserved, modest, and shy, especially in manner or dress. Example: 'She gave a demure smile before quietly leaving the room.'
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Question 5 of 100
The word 'DORMANT' most nearly means:
ExplanationDORMANT (adjective) describes something inactive or in a state of rest, as if sleeping, though capable of becoming active. Example: 'The volcano had been dormant for over two centuries before it erupted.'
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Question 6 of 100
The word 'EMACIATED' most nearly means:
ExplanationEMACIATED (adjective) describes someone abnormally thin, especially due to illness or lack of food. Example: 'Aid workers were shocked by the emaciated condition of the refugees.'
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Question 7 of 100
The word 'DOUR' most nearly means:
ExplanationDOUR (adjective) describes someone relentlessly severe, stern, or gloomy in manner. Example: 'The dour expression on his face suggested the news was not good.'
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Question 8 of 100
The word 'DERISIVE' most nearly means:
ExplanationDERISIVE (adjective) describes something expressing contempt or ridicule. Example: 'His derisive laughter made it clear he thought the plan was foolish.'
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Question 9 of 100
The word 'DISCREPANCY' most nearly means:
ExplanationDISCREPANCY (noun) means a lack of compatibility or similarity between two or more facts. Example: 'Auditors discovered a discrepancy between the reported and actual figures.'
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Question 10 of 100
The word 'EFFULGENT' most nearly means:
ExplanationEFFULGENT (adjective) describes something shining brightly; radiant. Example: 'The effulgent sunset painted the entire sky in gold.'
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Question 11 of 100
The word 'DEFERENCE' most nearly means:
ExplanationDEFERENCE (noun) means humble submission and respect shown toward someone, often due to their age or authority. Example: 'The students showed great deference to their elderly professor.'
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Question 12 of 100
The word 'DELINEATE' most nearly means:
ExplanationDELINEATE (verb) means to describe or portray something precisely. Example: 'The contract clearly delineates the responsibilities of each party.'
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Question 13 of 100
As a noun, 'DELUGE' most nearly means:
ExplanationDELUGE (noun) means a severe flood, or more broosdly an overwhelming amount of something. Example: 'After the announcement, the office was hit by a deluge of phone calls.'
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Question 14 of 100
The word 'DISSUADE' most nearly means:
ExplanationDISSUADE (verb) means to persuade someone not to take a particular course of action. Example: 'Friends tried to dissuade him from investing his entire savings.'
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Question 15 of 100
The word 'DUBIOUS' most nearly means:
ExplanationDUBIOUS (adjective) describes something not to be relied upon, or someone feeling doubt or hesitation. Example: 'She remained dubious about the salesman's extravagant promises.'
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Question 16 of 100
The word 'ECCENTRIC' most nearly means:
ExplanationECCENTRIC (adjective) describes someone or something unconventional and slightly strange in behaviour or appearance. Example: 'The eccentric professor was known for wearing mismatched socks to every lecture.'
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Question 17 of 100
The word 'ECLECTIC' most nearly means:
ExplanationECLECTIC (adjective) describes something deriving ideas, style, or taste from a broad and diverse range of sources. Example: 'Her eclectic music collection ranged from classical symphonies to underground hip-hop.'
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Question 18 of 100
The word 'DISCLOSE' most nearly means:
ExplanationDISCLOSE (verb) means to make secret or new information known. Example: 'The company was required to disclose its financial statements to shareholders.'
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Question 19 of 100
The word 'DENOUNCE' most nearly means:
ExplanationDENOUNCE (verb) means to publicly declare something to be wrong or evil. Example: 'World leaders denounced the attack in the strongest possible terms.'
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Question 20 of 100
The word 'DISCERNING' most nearly means:
ExplanationDISCERNING (adjective) describes someone with good judgement, especially regarding quality or taste. Example: 'The discerning collector immediately recognised the painting as a forgery.'
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Question 21 of 100
The word 'EBULLIENT' most nearly means:
ExplanationEBULLIENT (adjective) describes someone cheerful and full of energy, overflowing with enthusiasm. Example: 'The ebullient crowd celebrated the team's victory late into the night.'
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Question 22 of 100
The word 'DEIGN' most nearly means:
ExplanationDEIGN (verb) means to do something that one considers to be beneath one's dignity. Example: 'The manager rarely deigned to speak to the interns directly.'
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Question 23 of 100
The word 'DEMISE' most nearly means:
ExplanationDEMISE (noun) means death, or the end or failure of an enterprise or activity. Example: 'The company's demise was attributed to poor management decisions.'
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Question 24 of 100
The word 'ELATED' most nearly means:
ExplanationELATED (adjective) describes someone extremely happy and excited. Example: 'She was elated when she received the acceptance letter.'
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Question 25 of 100
The word 'DESPONDENT' most nearly means:
ExplanationDESPONDENT (adjective) describes someone in low spirits due to loss of hope or courage. Example: 'After the third consecutive defeat, the team looked despondent.'
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Question 26 of 100
The word 'DIGRESS' most nearly means:
ExplanationDIGRESS (verb) means to depart from the main subject temporarily in speech or writing. Example: 'The professor tended to digress into unrelated anecdotes during lectures.'
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Question 27 of 100
The word 'DECIMATE' most nearly means:
ExplanationDECIMATE (verb) means to destroy or kill a large proportion of something. Example: 'The disease decimated the region's wildlife population.'
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Question 28 of 100
The word 'DISCONCERTING' most nearly means:
ExplanationDISCONCERTING (adjective) describes something causing one to feel unsettled or confused. Example: 'It was disconcerting to see the usually confident speaker stumble over his words.'
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Question 29 of 100
The word 'DEDUCE' most nearly means:
ExplanationDEDUCE (verb) means to arrive at a fact or conclusion through reasoning from known facts. Example: 'From the muddy footprints, the detective deduced the intruder had come from the garden.'
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Question 30 of 100
The word 'DELECTABLE' most nearly means:
ExplanationDELECTABLE (adjective) describes something delicious, or more broadly delightful. Example: 'The chef prepared a delectable three-course meal for the guests.'
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Question 31 of 100
The word 'DEBILITATE' most nearly means:
ExplanationDEBILITATE (verb) means to make someone or something weak or feeble. Example: 'A debilitating illness forced the athlete to withdraw from the tournament.'
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Question 32 of 100
The word 'DICHOTOMY' most nearly means:
ExplanationDICHOTOMY (noun) means a division or contrast between two things that are opposed or entirely different. Example: 'There is often a dichotomy between what politicians promise and what they deliver.'
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Question 33 of 100
The word 'DOGGED' most nearly means:
ExplanationDOGGED (adjective) describes someone having or showing tenacity and persistence. Example: 'Her dogged determination eventually paid off with a scholarship offer.'
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Question 34 of 100
The word 'DISPARATE' most nearly means:
ExplanationDISPARATE (adjective) describes things essentially different in kind; not able to be compared. Example: 'The committee struggled to reconcile the disparate views of its members.'
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Question 35 of 100
As a noun, 'EDIFICE' most nearly means:
ExplanationEDIFICE (noun) means a large, imposing building. Example: 'The old cathedral remains one of the city's most impressive edifices.'
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Question 36 of 100
The word 'DETRACT' most nearly means:
ExplanationDETRACT (verb) means to reduce or take away from the value or importance of something. Example: 'The minor errors did little to detract from an otherwise brilliant performance.'
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Question 37 of 100
The word 'DEMEANOUR' most nearly means:
ExplanationDEMEANOUR (noun) means outward behaviour or manner. Example: 'Despite the chaos around him, he maintained a calm demeanour throughout the crisis.'
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Question 38 of 100
The word 'EFFACE' most nearly means:
ExplanationEFFACE (verb) means to erase or make indistinct; to obliterate. Example: 'Decades of weathering had effaced most of the inscription on the tomb.'
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Question 39 of 100
The word 'DEVOID' most nearly means:
ExplanationDEVOID (adjective) describes something entirely lacking or free from a particular quality. Example: 'The room was devoid of any personal touches.'
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Question 40 of 100
The word 'DECORUM' most nearly means:
ExplanationDECORUM (noun) means behaviour in keeping with good taste and propriety. Example: 'The judge insisted on strict decorum throughout the courtroom proceedings.'
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Question 41 of 100
The word 'DAWDLE' most nearly means:
ExplanationDAWDLE (verb) means to waste time; to move slowly and idly. Example: 'The children dawdled on their way home from school.'
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Question 42 of 100
The word 'ELOQUENT' most nearly means:
ExplanationELOQUENT (adjective) describes fluent or persuasive speaking or writing. Example: 'Her eloquent speech moved the entire audience to tears.'
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Question 43 of 100
The word 'DEVIATE' most nearly means:
ExplanationDEVIATE (verb) means to depart from an established course, standard, or topic. Example: 'The pilot had to deviate from the planned route due to bad weather.'
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Question 44 of 100
The word 'EGALITARIAN' most nearly means:
ExplanationEGALITARIAN (adjective) describes a belief in the principle that all people are equal and deserve equal rights. Example: 'The reformers pushed for a more egalitarian education system.'
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Question 45 of 100
The word 'DOLEFUL' most nearly means:
ExplanationDOLEFUL (adjective) describes something sad and mournful. Example: 'The dog gave a doleful look as its owner left for work.'
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Question 46 of 100
The word 'DECIPHER' most nearly means:
ExplanationDECIPHER (verb) means to succeed in interpreting or identifying the meaning of something poorly written or coded. Example: 'Historians spent years trying to decipher the ancient script.'
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Question 47 of 100
The word 'EFFICACIOUS' most nearly means:
ExplanationEFFICACIOUS (adjective) describes something that produces the intended or desired result, particularly a treatment or remedy. Example: 'The new vaccine proved highly efficacious in clinical trials.'
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Question 48 of 100
The word 'DIVERGENT' most nearly means:
ExplanationDIVERGENT (adjective) describes something developing in different directions from a common point. Example: 'The two economists offered sharply divergent views on inflation.'
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Question 49 of 100
The word 'DEFERENTIAL' most nearly means:
ExplanationDEFERENTIAL (adjective) describes someone showing deference; respectful. Example: 'The new intern was notably deferential toward the senior partners.'
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Question 50 of 100
The word 'DIVULGE' most nearly means:
ExplanationDIVULGE (verb) means to make known private or sensitive information. Example: 'The source refused to divulge the identity of the informant.'
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Question 51 of 100
As a verb, 'DUPE' most nearly means:
ExplanationDUPE (verb) means to deceive or trick someone. Example: 'The elderly widow was duped out of her savings by a fraudulent caller.'
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Question 52 of 100
The word 'DECREPIT' most nearly means:
ExplanationDECREPIT (adjective) describes something worn out or ruined because of age or neglect. Example: 'The decrepit old barn was on the verge of collapse.'
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Question 53 of 100
The word 'EFFETE' most nearly means:
ExplanationEFFETE (adjective) describes someone or something weak, feeble, and affected; lacking vitality. Example: 'Critics dismissed the once-powerful institution as effete and irrelevant.'
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Question 54 of 100
The word 'DEXTEROUS' most nearly means:
ExplanationDEXTEROUS (adjective) describes someone showing skill, especially with the hands. Example: 'The dexterous craftsman assembled the tiny watch parts with ease.'
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Question 55 of 100
The word 'DERIDE' most nearly means:
ExplanationDERIDE (verb) means to express contempt for someone or something by mocking or ridiculing them. Example: 'Critics derided the policy as impractical and poorly thought out.'
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Question 56 of 100
The word 'DISCREET' most nearly means:
ExplanationDISCREET (adjective) describes someone careful and circumspect, particularly to avoid embarrassment or scandal. Example: 'The lawyer was known for her discreet handling of sensitive cases.'
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Question 57 of 100
The word 'DIRE' most nearly means:
ExplanationDIRE (adjective) describes something extremely serious or urgent. Example: 'The refugees were in dire need of food and medical supplies.'
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Question 58 of 100
The word 'DEPLORABLE' most nearly means:
ExplanationDEPLORABLE (adjective) describes something deserving strong condemnation; shockingly bad. Example: 'The prisoners were kept in deplorable conditions.'
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Question 59 of 100
The word 'DILEMMA' most nearly means:
ExplanationDILEMMA (noun) means a difficult situation involving a choice between two or more undesirable options. Example: 'She faced a moral dilemma over whether to report her friend's mistake.'
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Question 60 of 100
The word 'DISBAND' most nearly means:
ExplanationDISBAND (verb) means to cause an organised group to break up or cease to exist. Example: 'The committee was disbanded once its final report was submitted.'
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Question 61 of 100
The word 'DISTEND' most nearly means:
ExplanationDISTEND (verb) means to swell or bulge out due to internal pressure. Example: 'The dam could not hold as the river began to distend beyond its banks.'
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Question 62 of 100
The word 'DIATRIBE' most nearly means:
ExplanationDIATRIBE (noun) means a forceful and bitter verbal attack against someone or something. Example: 'The columnist's diatribe against the new policy sparked outrage.'
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Question 63 of 100
The word 'DEPLETE' most nearly means:
ExplanationDEPLETE (verb) means to use up the supply or quantity of something. Example: 'The long drought severely depleted the region's water reserves.'
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Question 64 of 100
The word 'DISHEVELLED' most nearly means:
ExplanationDISHEVELLED (adjective) describes someone untidy, especially regarding hair or clothing. Example: 'He arrived at the meeting looking dishevelled after running through the storm.'
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Question 65 of 100
The word 'DOGMATIC' most nearly means:
ExplanationDOGMATIC (adjective) describes someone inclined to lay down principles as incontrovertibly true. Example: 'His dogmatic refusal to consider alternative views frustrated the entire committee.'
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Question 66 of 100
As a noun, 'DISSENT' most nearly means:
ExplanationDISSENT (noun) means the holding or expression of opinions at variance with those commonly held. Example: 'The judge's dissent was a scathing critique of the majority opinion.'
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Question 67 of 100
The word 'DIFFIDENT' most nearly means:
ExplanationDIFFIDENT (adjective) describes someone who is modest or shy because they lack confidence. Example: 'Despite his expertise, he remained diffident about sharing his opinion in meetings.'
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Question 68 of 100
The word 'DENIGRATE' most nearly means:
ExplanationDENIGRATE (verb) means to criticise unfairly; to disparage. Example: 'He was careful never to denigrate his predecessor's achievements in public.'
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Question 69 of 100
The word 'EFFRONTERY' most nearly means:
ExplanationEFFRONTERY (noun) means insolent or impertinent boldness. Example: 'He had the effrontery to demand a refund after damaging the product himself.'
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Question 70 of 100
The word 'EGREGIOUS' most nearly means:
ExplanationEGREGIOUS (adjective) describes something outstandingly bad; shocking. Example: 'The report revealed an egregious violation of workplace safety standards.'
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Question 71 of 100
The word 'DILIGENT' most nearly means:
ExplanationDILIGENT (adjective) describes someone who works with careful and persistent effort. Example: 'Her diligent preparation paid off when she topped the merit list.'
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Question 72 of 100
The word 'DESTITUTE' most nearly means:
ExplanationDESTITUTE (adjective) describes someone without the basic necessities of life; extremely poor. Example: 'The charity provided shelter for destitute families in the city.'
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Question 73 of 100
As a noun, 'DISQUIET' most nearly means:
ExplanationDISQUIET (noun) means a feeling of anxiety or worry. Example: 'The sudden layoffs caused considerable disquiet among the remaining staff.'
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Question 74 of 100
The word 'DIDACTIC' most nearly means:
ExplanationDIDACTIC (adjective) describes something intended to teach or instruct, often in an excessive or moralising way. Example: 'The film's overly didactic tone alienated many viewers.'
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Question 75 of 100
The word 'DEBACLE' most nearly means:
ExplanationDEBACLE (noun) means a sudden and ignominious failure; a complete fiasco. Example: 'The product launch turned into a public relations debacle.'
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Question 76 of 100
The word 'DESIST' most nearly means:
ExplanationDESIST (verb) means to stop doing something; to cease. Example: 'The company was ordered to desist from further use of the trademark.'
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Question 77 of 100
The word 'DIMINUTIVE' most nearly means:
ExplanationDIMINUTIVE (adjective) describes something remarkably small in size. Example: 'The diminutive puppy could fit comfortably in the palm of her hand.'
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Question 78 of 100
The word 'DISSEMINATE' most nearly means:
ExplanationDISSEMINATE (verb) means to spread information or ideas widely. Example: 'The ministry used social media to disseminate updates during the crisis.'
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Question 79 of 100
The word 'DEARTH' most nearly means:
ExplanationDEARTH (noun) means a scarcity or lack of something. Example: 'There was a dearth of qualified applicants for the technical position.'
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Question 80 of 100
As a noun, 'DISDAIN' most nearly means:
ExplanationDISDAIN (noun) means the feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one's consideration; contempt. Example: 'She looked at the shabby offer with obvious disdain.'
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Question 81 of 100
The word 'EMANCIPATE' most nearly means:
ExplanationEMANCIPATE (verb) means to free someone from legal, social, or political restrictions. Example: 'The movement fought to emancipate workers from exploitative labour conditions.'
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Question 82 of 100
The word 'DELETERIOUS' most nearly means:
ExplanationDELETERIOUS (adjective) describes something causing harm or damage. Example: 'Excessive stress can have deleterious effects on both physical and mental health.'
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Question 83 of 100
As an adjective, 'DERIVATIVE' most nearly means:
ExplanationDERIVATIVE (adjective) describes something imitative of the work of another artist or writer; unoriginal. Example: 'Critics dismissed the novel as a derivative imitation of a more famous work.'
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Question 84 of 100
The word 'DEPICT' most nearly means:
ExplanationDEPICT (verb) means to represent or portray something in a picture or in words. Example: 'The mural depicts the region's history over five centuries.'
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Question 85 of 100
The word 'ELUSIVE' most nearly means:
ExplanationELUSIVE (adjective) describes something difficult to find, catch, or achieve. Example: 'A satisfying solution to the problem remained elusive for years.'
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Question 86 of 100
The word 'DISPARAGE' most nearly means:
ExplanationDISPARAGE (verb) means to regard or describe something as being of little worth; to belittle. Example: 'He was careful never to disparage a rival's work in public.'
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Question 87 of 100
The word 'DETRIMENTAL' most nearly means:
ExplanationDETRIMENTAL (adjective) describes something that causes harm or damage. Example: 'Excessive screen time can be detrimental to a child's sleep patterns.'
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Question 88 of 100
The word 'DERELICT' most nearly means:
ExplanationDERELICT (adjective) describes something abandoned and in a state of disrepair. Example: 'The derelict factory had been empty for over twenty years.'
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Question 89 of 100
The word 'DESPOT' most nearly means:
ExplanationDESPOT (noun) means a ruler or other person who holds absolute power, typically exercised oppressively. Example: 'The novel depicts the rise and fall of a brutal despot.'
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Question 90 of 100
The word 'DISCORDANT' most nearly means:
ExplanationDISCORDANT (adjective) describes something disagreeing or incongruous; clashing. Example: 'The discordant opinions within the party made forming a unified policy difficult.'
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Question 91 of 100
The word 'DETER' most nearly means:
ExplanationDETER (verb) means to discourage someone from doing something, typically through fear of consequences. Example: 'Higher fines were introduced to deter illegal parking.'
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Question 92 of 100
The word 'DEFT' most nearly means:
ExplanationDEFT (adjective) describes something neatly skilful and quick in one's movements. Example: 'The surgeon's deft hands completed the delicate procedure in record time.'
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Question 93 of 100
The word 'DEPLOY' most nearly means:
ExplanationDEPLOY (verb) means to move troops or resources into position for a purpose, or more broadly to use something effectively. Example: 'The company deployed additional staff to handle the surge in orders.'
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Question 94 of 100
The word 'DUPLICITY' most nearly means:
ExplanationDUPLICITY (noun) means deceitfulness; double-dealing. Example: 'His duplicity was finally exposed when both business partners compared notes.'
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Question 95 of 100
The word 'DISPASSIONATE' most nearly means:
ExplanationDISPASSIONATE (adjective) describes someone not influenced by strong emotion; rational and impartial. Example: 'The judge offered a dispassionate assessment of the evidence.'
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Question 96 of 100
The word 'DEPRECATE' most nearly means:
ExplanationDEPRECATE (verb) means to express disapproval of something; self-deprecating means downplaying one's own abilities. Example: 'The critic did not hesitate to deprecate the film's weak script.'
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Question 97 of 100
The word 'DOCILE' most nearly means:
ExplanationDOCILE (adjective) describes someone or something ready to accept control or instruction; submissive. Example: 'Despite its size, the elephant was remarkably docile with its trainer.'
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Question 98 of 100
The word 'DEFAMATORY' most nearly means:
ExplanationDEFAMATORY (adjective) describes a statement damaging to someone's reputation. Example: 'The newspaper faced a lawsuit over the defamatory article.'
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Question 99 of 100
The word 'DEFAME' most nearly means:
ExplanationDEFAME (verb) means to damage the good reputation of someone through false statements. Example: 'He sued the publication for attempting to defame his character.'
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Question 100 of 100
The word 'ELICIT' most nearly means:
ExplanationELICIT (verb) means to evoke or draw out a response or fact from someone. Example: 'The survey was designed to elicit honest feedback from employees.'
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