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What is a synonym of 'Infuriate'?

Correct answer: B

A
Threaten
B
Enrage
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C
Burn
D
Disgrace
Explanation and memory cue

The word 'Infuriate' means to make someone extremely angry or enraged. Among the options, 'Enrage' is the closest synonym, meaning to cause intense anger.

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What is a synonym of ACCUBATION?

Correct answer: B

A
Conversation
B
Reclining
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C
Ambulation
D
Occupation
Explanation and memory cue

The word 'accubation' refers to the act of reclining or lying down, especially at a meal in ancient times. Therefore, 'Reclining' is the correct synonym among the options provided.

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Synonym of MACADAMIZED is: _________?

Correct answer: A

A
Graveled
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B
Mudded
C
Turfed
D
Paved
Explanation and memory cue

Macadamized refers to a road surface made by compacted layers of small broken stones, which is similar to being 'graveled.' 'Paved' generally refers to covering with concrete or asphalt, which is different from macadamizing.

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Qureshi accuses the prosecution of dilly-dallying. Here, the word ‘dilly-dallying’ means:

Correct answer: A

A
Wasting time by being indecisive
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B
Becoming hasty in decision making
C
Not cooperating with council
D
Not respecting because of political interference
Explanation and memory cue

The phrase 'dilly-dallying' means wasting time by being indecisive or delaying unnecessarily, which matches option A. The other options do not reflect the meaning of 'dilly-dallying.'

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Synonym of the word FRABJOUS is: _________?

Correct answer: A

A
Wonderful
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B
Surprising
C
Blithe
D
Gusto
Explanation and memory cue

The word 'frabjous' is a playful, coined term by Lewis Carroll meaning wonderful or delightful, so 'Wonderful' is the correct synonym.

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Synonym of LEVITATE is: _________?

Correct answer: B

A
Sink
B
Float
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C
Plod
D
Wander
Explanation and memory cue

The word 'levitate' means to rise or float in the air, typically by supernatural or magical means. Among the options, 'Float' is the closest synonym, as it means to rest or move on or near the surface of a liquid or in the air without sinking.

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Synonym of AMANUENSIS is: _________?

Correct answer: D

A
Secretary
B
Assistant
C
Clerk
D
Scribe
Correct
Explanation and memory cue

An 'amanuensis' is a person who writes or types what another dictates or copies what has been written by another, which is synonymous with 'scribe'. While 'secretary', 'assistant', and 'clerk' have related roles, 'scribe' is the most precise synonym.

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What is a word similar to 'scarcely'?

Correct answer: A

A
barely
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B
certainly
C
completely
D
surely
Explanation and memory cue

The word 'scarcely' means 'only just' or 'barely,' so 'barely' is a synonym. The other options have different meanings and are not similar to 'scarcely.'

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American ‘sabre-rattling’ is unlikely to bring calm to a Middle East that is ready to explode. Here, the word ‘sabre-rattling’ means:

Correct answer: A

A
Threat of military force
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B
Military aid
C
Unchecked financial support
D
Coercive measures
Explanation and memory cue

The term 'sabre-rattling' refers to the display or threat of military force to intimidate others, which matches option A. The other options do not capture the meaning of this idiomatic expression.

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What is a synonym for 'massacre'?

Correct answer: A

A
Slaughter
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B
Celebration
C
Peace
D
Purchase
Explanation and memory cue

"Slaughter" is a synonym for "massacre," as both refer to the brutal and indiscriminate killing of many people or animals. The other options do not share a similar meaning.

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What is the synonym of "awkward"?

Correct answer: A

A
Clumsy
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B
Nimble
C
Handsome
D
Careful
Explanation and memory cue

"Clumsy" is a synonym for "awkward" as both describe someone who lacks grace or coordination. The other options do not share a similar meaning.

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What is a synonym for 'scuffle'?

Correct answer: A

A
Struggle
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B
Dance
C
Laugh
D
Sing
Explanation and memory cue

A synonym is a word with a similar meaning. 'Scuffle' means a short, confused fight or struggle, so 'struggle' is the closest synonym among the options.

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Repast is most similar to:

Correct answer: A

A
Meal
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B
Journey
C
Sleep
D
Conversation
Explanation and memory cue

The word 'repast' is a synonym for 'meal,' both referring to food that is eaten at a particular time. Therefore, 'meal' is the word most similar in meaning to 'repast.'

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Choose the word that has the same or nearly the same meaning as the given word: Compensate.

Correct answer: A

A
Pay
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B
Pey
C
Repay
D
Compensate
Explanation and memory cue

The word 'compensate' means to give someone something, typically money, in recognition of loss, suffering, or work done, which is closely related to the word 'pay.'

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What is the most appropriate synonym for "Loyal"?

Correct answer: A

A
Faithful
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B
Forgetful
C
Hostile
D
Lazy
Explanation and memory cue

"Faithful" is the most appropriate synonym for "Loyal" as both words describe someone who is steadfast in allegiance or affection.