Synonyms

An 'abettor' is someone who encourages or assists another person to commit a crime or wrongdoing. Therefore, 'encourager' is the correct synonym among the options.

The word "incorrigible" means not able to be corrected or reformed, which aligns closely with "unchangeable." The other options do not match this meaning: "commendable" means praiseworthy, "incorruptible" means not able to be morally corrupted, and "overbearing" means domineering or arrogant.

The word 'patois' refers to a regional or local dialect, especially one that is considered nonstandard. Therefore, 'local dialect' is the correct synonym.

The word "infinite" means without limits or endless. Among the options, "endless" is the closest synonym, as it directly conveys the idea of having no end or limit.

The word "virago" refers to a domineering, violent, or bad-tempered woman, which is synonymous with "shrew." The other options do not match this meaning.

The word "demise" primarily means death or the end of something. While it is often used to refer to death, it can also mean the termination or end of an institution or thing. Among the given options, "dismissal" (meaning removal or termination) is the closest synonym to "demise" in the sense of an ending or termination. The other options (residence, accident, act) do not relate to the meaning of "demise." Therefore, "dismissal" is the best available synonym here.

The word 'pastime' refers to an activity done for enjoyment and relaxation, which is synonymous with 'recreation'. The other options do not convey this meaning.

The word "diligent" means showing careful and persistent effort or hard work. Therefore, "Hardworking" is the correct synonym. The other options do not match the meaning of "diligent."

The word "mollify" means to soothe or appease someone's anger or anxiety. Among the options, "appease" is the closest synonym, meaning to calm or pacify. "Sweeten" can mean to make sweeter but is less precise, while "applaud" and "worry" are unrelated.

The word "subterranean" means existing, occurring, or done under the earth's surface, so its synonym is "underground." The other options do not convey the same meaning.

The word 'tenacity' means the quality of being persistent and determined. Among the options, 'persistence' is the correct synonym, while the others do not relate to the meaning of tenacity.

The word "intractable" means difficult to manage or control, so the synonym "hard to manage" is correct. The other options do not match the meaning of "intractable."

The word 'vestige' means a trace or remnant of something that is disappearing or no longer exists, making 'trace' the correct synonym.

The word 'penury' means extreme poverty or destitution. Among the options, 'poverty' is the synonym that matches this meaning. 'Custom' relates to traditions, 'numismatics' is the study of coins, and 'affluence' means wealth, which is the opposite of penury.

The word "blissful" means extremely happy or joyful. "Beatific" similarly means showing or producing bliss or happiness, making it the correct synonym. The other options do not convey happiness: "maudlin" means overly sentimental, "dour" means stern or gloomy, and "moot" means debatable or irrelevant.

The word 'retrospect' means looking back or reviewing past events, so the synonym 'review of the past' correctly matches its meaning.

The word 'tawdry' means showy but cheap and of poor quality, often implying something gaudy or tasteless. Common synonyms include flashy, garish, gaudy, and meretricious. The options given (refined, yellow-orange, ancient, forward) do not include a correct synonym for 'tawdry'. 'Forward' means bold or brash, which is not a synonym of 'tawdry'. Therefore, none of the options are correct synonyms of 'tawdry'. The question options should be revised to include a correct synonym such as 'gaudy' or 'flashy'.

The word 'celibate' means abstaining from marriage and sexual relations, often implying being unmarried or single. Among the options, 'single' is the closest synonym.

The word 'disconcert' means to disturb the composure of or to confuse someone. Therefore, 'confuse' is the correct synonym among the options provided.

The word "ineluctable" means something that cannot be avoided or escaped, making "inevitable" the correct synonym. The other options do not convey this meaning.

The word 'impart' means to communicate or make information known to others, so 'communicate' is the correct synonym. The other options do not match the meaning of 'impart'.

The word "professedly" means allegedly, avowedly, or by open declaration. It indicates something that is openly declared or claimed, sometimes with an implication of pretension or formality. Among the given options, "pedantically" (meaning in a manner overly concerned with formal rules or details) is the closest in tone to "professedly" because both can imply a formal or declared manner. The other options (meekly, cruelly, bravely) do not relate to the meaning of "professedly." Therefore, option D is the best synonym among the choices provided.

The word 'fastidious' means very attentive to detail or precise in behavior or taste. Among the options, 'precise' best matches this meaning, while 'squeamish' relates to being easily disgusted, which is different.

The word "bifurcate" means to divide into two branches or forks, so the synonym "to fork or divide" correctly matches its meaning.

The word "filch" means to steal something, typically something of small value, making "steal" the correct synonym among the options.