English Vocabulary Test (U.S. Version) - Part 1
1. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.n. Local or provincial dialect
Answers:
a. Invective
b. Patois (Answers)
c. Neopaganism
d. Polyarchy
2. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Alicia, who loved both men equally and wanted to hurt neither, found herself in quite a QUANDARY over which one she should choose.
Answers:
a. Happy circumstance
b. Puzzling predicament (Answers)
c. Easy decision
3. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Similar to something else in certain respects, as in form, function, or meaning
Answers:
a. Abject
b. Agrarian
c. Analogous (Answers)
d. Amalgam
4. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
MITIGATE
Answers:
a. Abate
b. Conceal
c. Intensify (Answers)
d. Allow
5. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Sluggish; apathetic; dull
Answers:
a. Turbid
b. Torpid (Answers)
c. Turgid
d. Tepid
6. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Hardhearted; unmoved by pity
Answers:
a. Apologetic
b. Parsimonious
c. Obdurate (Answers)
d. Abdicated
7. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
Agatha RUMINATED for weeks about the consequences of telling Arthur about the affair.
Answers:
a. Pondered (Answers)
b. Worried
c. Neglected
d. Laughed
8. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
LASSITUDE
Answers:
a. Simplicity of speech
b. Leniency
c. Philanthropy
d. Vigor (Answers)
9. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
v. To issue a vehement verbal attack; to denounce explosively
Answers:
a. Vituperative
b. Litigant
c. Fulminate (Answers)
d. Exhume
10. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Now that the festivities have ended, perhaps we can return to some SEMBLANCE of normality.
Answers:
a. Sentiment; emotion
b. Agreement
c. Outward appearance (Answers)
11. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
The only ________________ difference between the twins is the shape of their noses.
Answers:
a. distinctive (Answers)
b. distinguished
c. distinguishable
12. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
Mr. Winkle was dismayed to discover that his willful young wife __________ her wealth and __________ the law at every opportunity.
Answers:
a. flouted/flouted
b. flouted/flaunted
c. flaunted/flouted (Answers)
d. flaunted/flaunted
13. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Easily provoked to anger; irritable
Answers:
a. Sapid
b. Irascible (Answers)
c. Jocund
d. Incorrigible
14. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
It seems we’ve reached an IMPASSE in our negotiations.
Answers:
a. Favorable compromise
b. Monetary amount
c. Total agreement
d. Stalemate (Answers)
15. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
We expected the waiter to show us out of that snooty restaurant in a hurry, but he turned out to be quite jolly and __________.
Answers:
a. complacent
b. compliant
c. complaisant (Answers)
16. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
If you insist on eating more cotton candy _________ a kid at a carnival, __________ don’t come crying to me when you’ve gained a few pounds!
Answers:
a. then/than
b. than/then (Answers)
c. then/then
d. than/than
17. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
This experiment was designed to ___________ certain behaviors from the test subjects.
Answers:
a. illicit
b. elicit (Answers)
18. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The despot’s MINIONS were only too eager to tout his edicts and report any unrest among his subjects.
Answers:
a. Sycophants; servile followers (Answers)
b. Distant relatives
c. Armored knights
19. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Dan was a nice guy, but he was far too GARRULOUS and tended to monopolize people at parties.
Answers:
a. Gluttonous
b. Quarrelsome; contentious
c. Excessively talkative about trivial topics (Answers)
20. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Maude managed to sweep up the broken dishes without a word of REPROOF to her children.
Answers:
a. Expression of disapproval or blame (Answers)
b. Expression of affection or love
c. Expression of apology or regret
21. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The journalist denied that he had any PRURIENT interest in the politician’s private life, but his titillating articles seemed to indicate otherwise.
Answers:
a. Mercenary; venal
b. Overly curious about the sexual behavior of others (Answers)
c. Characterized by profound insight
22. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
ADVERSE
Answers:
a. Moody
b. Poetic
c. Favorable (Answers)
d. Twisted
23. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
These artists really IMBUE their work with a spirit of profound freedom.
Answers:
a. Spoil
b. Detract from; debase
c. Fill or permeate with a particular feeling or quality (Answers)
24. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
His son’s group of friends had a DELETERIOUS effect on his schoolwork.
Answers:
a. Influential
b. Positive
c. Hysterical
d. Harmful (Answers)
25. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of homophones from the options below.
Rachel knew that she’d soon be living in ___________ circumstances unless she got her financial problems ____________ out immediately.
Answers:
a. straightened/straitened
b. straitened/straightened (Answers)
26. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Poverty is RIFE in the rural areas of our county, where one in three families receives some state assistance.
Answers:
a. Prevalent (Answers)
b. Unavoidable
c. Saddening
27. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
AVARICE
Answers:
a. State of good health
b. Materialism
c. Loneliness
d. Generosity (Answers)
28. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Tending to create ill will or give offense
Answers:
a. Labyrinthine
b. Invidious (Answers)
c. Titillating
d. Envious
29. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The diplomats, who have been accused of DUPLICITY by their respective countries, have been removed from their posts.
Answers:
a. Bad taste
b. Deceitfulness; double-dealing (Answers)
c. Embezzlement
30. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
I screamed as the monstrous presence snaked toward me on the dark and __________ path.
Answers:
a. tortious
b. tortuous (Answers)
c. torturous
31. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The community theater troupe faced one problem after another, so it was no surprise that their season ended in a DEBACLE.
Answers:
a. Conundrum
b. Spectacle; display
c. Complete failure; breaking up (Answers)
32. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
RILE
Answers:
a. Placate (Answers)
b. Annoy
c. Waste
d. Construct
33. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. A position that entails little work but provides a salary
Answers:
a. Quiescence
b. Theocracy
c. Swindle
d. Sinecure (Answers)
34. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
Though he didn’t win the advertising account, Sal made a __________ presentation that he can be proud of.
Answers:
a. credulous
b. creditable (Answers)
c. credible
35. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The publicist was surprised by the INUNDATION of fan letters for her top client.
Answers:
a. Deluge (Answers)
b. Dearth
c. Hindrance
36. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
We all remarked on how well the spray of begonias _____________ her hair color.
Answers:
a. complimented (Answers)
b. complemented
37. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Understood by or intended for only a select few or a particular group
Answers:
a. Esoteric (Answers)
b. Eccentric
c. Narcissistic
d. Languid
38. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The recent shenanigans in the town square went against all PRECEPTS of decency.
Answers:
a. Rules for action or behavior (Answers)
b. Vague ideas; abstractions
c. Significance
39. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
It would BEHOOVE you to show a little more respect to the judge and jury who are deciding your case.
Answers:
a. Be too much trouble to
b. Be detrimental to
c. Be worthwhile or proper for; be incumbent upon (Answers)
40. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
That grueling competition really tested the _____________ of the gymnastics team.
Answers:
a. meddle
b. metal
c. medal
d. mettle (Answers)
41. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
Oscar, who did not possess a discerning __________, preferred hotdogs to steak.
Answers:
a. palette
b. pallet
c. palate (Answers)
42. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
She hastened to _________ me that she intends to pay the bill, and that she will _________ that the check is mailed today.
Answers:
a. assure/ensure (Answers)
b. ensure/insure
c. insure/assure
d. ensure/assure
43. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym of the word below.
NONCHALANT
Answers:
a. Courageous
b. Unnerved
c. Unperturbed (Answers)
d. Lethargic
44. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
v. To impose with authority; urge strongly
Answers:
a. Enjoin (Answers)
b. Prevalent
c. Dissonance
d. Relegate
45. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
Although _________ wanted to keep the boat all to _________, I knew it would be used extensively by both Susan and _________.
Answers:
a. I/myself/myself
b. I/me/I
c. I/myself/I
d. I/myself/me (Answers)
46. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Marilyn conveyed a BLITHE indifference to the troubles that mounted around her.
Answers:
a. Carefree; heedless (Answers)
b. Cruel; heartless
c. Catastrophic
47. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. A mass or crowd; multitude
Answers:
a. Reprieve
b. Malady
c. Horde (Answers)
d. Indulgence
48. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
The workers were allowed to ___________ down once they’d ________ the brick, but the foreman himself has not yet ___________ down.
Answers:
a. lay/lain/laid
b. lie/laid/lain (Answers)
c. lie/lain/lain
d. lay/laid/laid
49. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
REFUTE
Answers:
a. Expose
b. Support (Answers)
c. Garbage
d. Safe place
50. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
I can _________ all the terms of the apartment lease _________ the one about not allowing pets.
Answers:
a. except/accept
b. except/except
c. accept/accept
d. accept/except (Answers)
51. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
We fully expect Elizabeth to FOIST her work on us and disappear for the weekend as usual.
Answers:
a. Force upon; palm off (Answers)
b. Take away; take off one’s hands
c. Keep for oneself
52. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
The crafty spy gave a ____________ name to the hotel clerk.
Answers:
a. fictitious (Answers)
b. fictional
53. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The mysterious message Claude received could be a HARBINGER of what’s in store for him and his family.
Answers:
a. Downfall
b. Omen; forerunner (Answers)
c. Unequivocal proof
54. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
The WIZENED old woman gave Jack a handful of beans and some good advice.
Answers:
a. Sage
b. Shriveled (Answers)
c. Creepy
d. Jocular
55. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The plots of all her novels just seem to MEANDER along, to the point where I can’t follow the storyline or figure out who’s who.
Answers:
a. Purposely confuse
b. Take a winding or indirect course (Answers)
c. Charm and delight
56. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
The company is __________ committed to developing educational television programs for children.
Answers:
a. holey
b. holy
c. wholly (Answers)
57. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
It’s a good thing you’re so _________ at paperwork, because you’ll need to fill out hundreds of forms to __________ a child.
Answers:
a. adapt/adapt
b. adept/adopt (Answers)
c. adapt/adopt
d. adopt/adept
58. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
She entered the ballroom on the arm of a DEBONAIR young man.
Answers:
a. Imprudent and unrefined
b. Cheerful and clumsy
c. Selfish and dissipated
d. Charming and elegant (Answers)
59. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
Our lawyers have informed us that while the new tax laws will not __________ our business directly, they may have an adverse _________ on the spending power of our customers.
Answers:
a. effect/affect
b. affect/affect
c. effect/effect
d. affect/effect (Answers)
60. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. The act or fact of lessening; reduction
Answers:
a. Diminution (Answers)
b. Protraction
c. Dissuade
d. Dissolution
61. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
Sally was greatly __________ when I said I didn’t like redheads.
Answers:
a. piqued (Answers)
b. peeked
c. peaked
62. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. Flair; style; a flamboyant manner
Answers:
a. Panache (Answers)
b. Voracious
c. Resonance
d. Cosmogony
63. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Running around barefoot in the snow will only EXACERBATE your flu symptoms.
Answers:
a. Eliminate
b. Aggravate; worsen (Answers)
c. Exhaust; drain of strength
64. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
She launched her new line of handbags _________ a fanfare of publicity.
Answers:
a. between
b. amid (Answers)
c. among
65. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Narrow-minded; limited in scope
Answers:
a. Hermetic
b. Foreseeable
c. Sporadic
d. Sectarian (Answers)
66. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
The proposed after-school tutoring program promises _______________ benefits to the students and the community.
Answers:
a. innumerable (Answers)
b. enumerable
67. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
The coach was absolutely disgusted by his team’s INDOLENCE and nasty attitude.
Answers:
a. Violent behavior
b. Odorousness
c. Laziness (Answers)
d. Disappearance
68. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
Alec has always been CONTEMPTUOUS of his fellow writers.
Answers:
a. Disdainful (Answers)
b. Inspired by
c. Disliked by
d. Respectful
69. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
Who has the power to _________ out justice to the citizens of this country?
Answers:
a. meet
b. mete (Answers)
c. meat
70. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Her MELLIFLUOUS voice is perfectly suited to lullabies and never fails to put us all to sleep.
Answers:
a. Smoothly flowing; sweet-sounding (Answers)
b. Dull; tiresome
c. Cacophonous
71. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The exchange student was disheartened by the rather BRUSQUE welcome she received from her host family.
Answers:
a. Clamorous; disorderly
b. Gracious; kind
c. Blunt or rude in manner of speech (Answers)
72. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
Roger might be more AMENABLE to your ideas if you presented them without sneering.
Answers:
a. Intractable
b. Willing to accept (Answers)
c. Impressed by
d. Unhappy
73. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
ITINERANT
Answers:
a. Permanent (Answers)
b. Flexible
c. Transient
d. Dissatisfied
74. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. Capacity for producing a desired result; effectiveness
Answers:
a. Contumacy
b. Defenestration
c. Conversion
d. Efficacy (Answers)
75. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
She always got a VICARIOUS thrill from watching her father skydive.
Answers:
a. Empathetic (Answers)
b. Dangerous
c. Pathetic
d. Sickening
76. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of homophones from the options below.
The _________ poet, knowing his death was _________, struggled to finish his final ode.
Answers:
a. imminent/eminent
b. eminent/immanent
c. immanent/imminent
d. eminent/imminent (Answers)
77. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
INORDINATE
Answers:
a. Reasonable (Answers)
b. On a waiting list
c. Unprepared
d. Immense
78. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
The soldier’s EXEMPLARY conduct did not go unnoticed by his sergeant.
Answers:
a. Erratic
b. Apathetic
c. Admirable (Answers)
d. Meticulous
79. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
PRETENTIOUS
Answers:
a. Modest (Answers)
b. Understanding
c. Uneasy
d. Pleasant
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1. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
v. To issue a vehement verbal attack; to denounce explosively
Answers: • Fulminate
2. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
The soldier’s EXEMPLARY conduct did not go unnoticed by his sergeant.
Answers: • Admirable
3. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
PRETENTIOUS
Answers: • Modest
4. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Similar to something else in certain respects, as in form, function, or meaning
Answers: • Analogous
5. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
MITIGATE
Answers: • Intensify
6. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Sluggish; apathetic; dull
Answers: • Torpid
7. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Hardhearted; unmoved by pity
Answers: • Obdurate
8. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
Agatha RUMINATED for weeks about the consequences of telling Arthur about the affair.
Answers: • Pondered
9. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
LASSITUDE
Answers: • Vigor
10. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Now that the festivities have ended, perhaps we can return to some SEMBLANCE of normality.
Answers: • Outward appearance
11. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
The only ________________ difference between the twins is the shape of their noses.
Answers: • distinctive
12. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
Mr. Winkle was dismayed to discover that his willful young wife __________ her wealth and __________ the law at every opportunity.
Answers: • flaunted/flouted
13. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Easily provoked to anger; irritable
Answers: • Irascible
14. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
It seems we’ve reached an IMPASSE in our negotiations.
Answers: • Stalemate
15. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
We expected the waiter to show us out of that snooty restaurant in a hurry, but he turned out to be quite jolly and __________.
Answers: • complaisant
16. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
If you insist on eating more cotton candy _________ a kid at a carnival, __________ don’t come crying to me when you’ve gained a few pounds!
Answers: • than/then
17. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
This experiment was designed to ___________ certain behaviors from the test subjects.
Answers: • elicit
18. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The despot’s MINIONS were only too eager to tout his edicts and report any unrest among his subjects.
Answers: • Sycophants; servile followers
19. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Dan was a nice guy, but he was far too GARRULOUS and tended to monopolize people at parties.
Answers: • Excessively talkative about trivial topics
20. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Maude managed to sweep up the broken dishes without a word of REPROOF to her children.
Answers: • Expression of disapproval or blame
21. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The journalist denied that he had any PRURIENT interest in the politician’s private life, but his titillating articles seemed to indicate otherwise.
Answers: • Overly curious about the sexual behavior of others
22. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
ADVERSE
Answers: • Favorable
23. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
These artists really IMBUE their work with a spirit of profound freedom.
Answers: • Fill or permeate with a particular feeling or quality
24. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
His son’s group of friends had a DELETERIOUS effect on his schoolwork.
Answers: • Harmful
25. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of homophones from the options below.
Rachel knew that she'd soon be living in ___________ circumstances unless she got her financial problems ____________ out immediately.
Answers: • straitened/straightened
26. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Poverty is RIFE in the rural areas of our county, where one in three families receives some state assistance.
Answers: • Prevalent
27. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
AVARICE
Answers: • Generosity
28. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Tending to create ill will or give offense
Answers: • Invidious
29. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The diplomats, who have been accused of DUPLICITY by their respective countries, have been removed from their posts.
Answers: • Deceitfulness; double-dealing
30. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
I screamed as the monstrous presence snaked toward me on the dark and __________ path.
Answers: • tortuous
31. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The community theater troupe faced one problem after another, so it was no surprise that their season ended in a DEBACLE.
Answers: • Complete failure; breaking up
32. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
RILE
Answers: • Placate
33. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. A position that entails little work but provides a salary
Answers: • Sinecure
34. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
Though he didn't win the advertising account, Sal made a __________ presentation that he can be proud of.
Answers: • creditable
35. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The publicist was surprised by the INUNDATION of fan letters for her top client.
Answers: • Deluge
36. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
We all remarked on how well the spray of begonias _____________ her hair color.
Answers: • complemented
37. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Understood by or intended for only a select few or a particular group
Answers: • Esoteric
38. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The recent shenanigans in the town square went against all PRECEPTS of decency.
Answers: • Rules for action or behavior
39. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
It would BEHOOVE you to show a little more respect to the judge and jury who are deciding your case.
Answers: • Be worthwhile or proper for; be incumbent upon
40. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
That grueling competition really tested the _____________ of the gymnastics team.
Answers: • mettle
41. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
Oscar, who did not possess a discerning __________, preferred hotdogs to steak.
Answers: • palate
42. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
She hastened to _________ me that she intends to pay the bill, and that she will _________ that the check is mailed today.
Answers: • assure/ensure
43. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym of the word below.
NONCHALANT
Answers: • Unperturbed
44. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
v. To impose with authority; urge strongly
Answers: • Enjoin
45. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
Although _________ wanted to keep the boat all to _________, I knew it would be used extensively by both Susan and _________.
Answers: • I/myself/me
46. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Marilyn conveyed a BLITHE indifference to the troubles that mounted around her.
Answers: • Carefree; heedless
47. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. A mass or crowd; multitude
Answers: • Horde
48. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
The workers were allowed to ___________ down once they’d ________ the brick, but the foreman himself has not yet ___________ down.
Answers: • lie/laid/lain
49. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
REFUTE
Answers: • Support
50. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
I can _________ all the terms of the apartment lease _________ the one about not allowing pets.
Answers: • accept/except
51. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
We fully expect Elizabeth to FOIST her work on us and disappear for the weekend as usual.
Answers: • Force upon; palm off
52. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
The crafty spy gave a ____________ name to the hotel clerk.
Answers: • fictitious
53. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The mysterious message Claude received could be a HARBINGER of what’s in store for him and his family.
Answers: • Omen; forerunner
54. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
The WIZENED old woman gave Jack a handful of beans and some good advice.
Answers: • Shriveled
55. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The plots of all her novels just seem to MEANDER along, to the point where I can’t follow the storyline or figure out who’s who.
Answers: • Take a winding or indirect course
56. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
The company is __________ committed to developing educational television programs for children.
Answers: • wholly
57. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
It’s a good thing you’re so _________ at paperwork, because you’ll need to fill out hundreds of forms to __________ a child.
Answers: • adept/adopt
58. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
She entered the ballroom on the arm of a DEBONAIR young man.
Answers: • Charming and elegant
59. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
Our lawyers have informed us that while the new tax laws will not __________ our business directly, they may have an adverse _________ on the spending power of our customers.
Answers: • affect/effect
60. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. The act or fact of lessening; reduction
Answers: • Diminution
61. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
Sally was greatly __________ when I said I didn't like redheads.
Answers: • piqued
62. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. Flair; style; a flamboyant manner
Answers: • Panache
63. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Running around barefoot in the snow will only EXACERBATE your flu symptoms.
Answers: • Aggravate; worsen
64. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
She launched her new line of handbags _________ a fanfare of publicity.
Answers: • amid
65. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Narrow-minded; limited in scope
Answers: • Sectarian
66. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
The proposed after-school tutoring program promises _______________ benefits to the students and the community.
Answers: • innumerable
67. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
The coach was absolutely disgusted by his team’s INDOLENCE and nasty attitude.
Answers: • Laziness
68. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
Alec has always been CONTEMPTUOUS of his fellow writers.
Answers: • Disdainful
69. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
Who has the power to _________ out justice to the citizens of this country?
Answers: • mete
70. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Her MELLIFLUOUS voice is perfectly suited to lullabies and never fails to put us all to sleep.
Answers: • Smoothly flowing; sweet-sounding
71. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The exchange student was disheartened by the rather BRUSQUE welcome she received from her host family.
Answers: • Blunt or rude in manner of speech
72. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
Roger might be more AMENABLE to your ideas if you presented them without sneering.
Answers: • Willing to accept
73. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
ITINERANT
Answers: • Permanent
74. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. Capacity for producing a desired result; effectiveness
Answers: • Efficacy
75. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
She always got a VICARIOUS thrill from watching her father skydive.
Answers: • Empathetic
76. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of homophones from the options below.
The _________ poet, knowing his death was _________, struggled to finish his final ode.
Answers: • eminent/imminent
77. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
INORDINATE
Answers: • Reasonable
78. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. Local or provincial dialect
Answers: • Patois
79. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Alicia, who loved both men equally and wanted to hurt neither, found herself in quite a QUANDARY over which one she should choose.
Answers: • Puzzling predicament
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1. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
The soldier’s EXEMPLARY conduct did not go unnoticed by his sergeant.
Answers: • Admirable
2. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
PRETENTIOUS
Answers: • Modest
3. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Similar to something else in certain respects, as in form, function, or meaning
Answers: • Analogous
4. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
MITIGATE
Answers: • Intensify
5. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Sluggish; apathetic; dull
Answers: • Torpid
6. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Hardhearted; unmoved by pity
Answers: • Obdurate
7. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
Agatha RUMINATED for weeks about the consequences of telling Arthur about the affair.
Answers: • Pondered
8. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
LASSITUDE
Answers: • Vigor
9. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
v. To issue a vehement verbal attack; to denounce explosively
Answers: • Fulminate
10. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Now that the festivities have ended, perhaps we can return to some SEMBLANCE of normality.
Answers: • Outward appearance
11. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
The only ________________ difference between the twins is the shape of their noses.
Answers: • distinctive
12. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
Mr. Winkle was dismayed to discover that his willful young wife __________ her wealth and __________ the law at every opportunity.
Answers: • flaunted/flouted
13. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Easily provoked to anger; irritable
Answers: • Irascible
14. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
It seems we’ve reached an IMPASSE in our negotiations.
Answers: • Stalemate
15. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
We expected the waiter to show us out of that snooty restaurant in a hurry, but he turned out to be quite jolly and __________.
Answers: • complaisant
16. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
If you insist on eating more cotton candy _________ a kid at a carnival, __________ don’t come crying to me when you’ve gained a few pounds!
Answers: • than/then
17. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
This experiment was designed to ___________ certain behaviors from the test subjects.
Answers: • elicit
18. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The despot’s MINIONS were only too eager to tout his edicts and report any unrest among his subjects.
Answers: • Sycophants; servile followers
19. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Dan was a nice guy, but he was far too GARRULOUS and tended to monopolize people at parties.
Answers: • Excessively talkative about trivial topics
20. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Maude managed to sweep up the broken dishes without a word of REPROOF to her children.
Answers: • Expression of disapproval or blame
21. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The journalist denied that he had any PRURIENT interest in the politician’s private life, but his titillating articles seemed to indicate otherwise.
Answers: • Overly curious about the sexual behavior of others
22. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
ADVERSE
Answers: • Favorable
23. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
These artists really IMBUE their work with a spirit of profound freedom.
Answers: • Fill or permeate with a particular feeling or quality
24. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
His son’s group of friends had a DELETERIOUS effect on his schoolwork.
Answers: • Harmful
25. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of homophones from the options below.
Rachel knew that she'd soon be living in ___________ circumstances unless she got her financial problems ____________ out immediately.
Answers: • straitened/straightened
26. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Poverty is RIFE in the rural areas of our county, where one in three families receives some state assistance.
Answers: • Prevalent
27. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
AVARICE
Answers: • Generosity
28. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Tending to create ill will or give offense
Answers: • Invidious
29. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The diplomats, who have been accused of DUPLICITY by their respective countries, have been removed from their posts.
Answers: • Deceitfulness; double-dealing
30. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
I screamed as the monstrous presence snaked toward me on the dark and __________ path.
Answers: • tortuous
31. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The community theater troupe faced one problem after another, so it was no surprise that their season ended in a DEBACLE.
Answers: • Complete failure; breaking up
32. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
RILE
Answers: • Placate
33. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. A position that entails little work but provides a salary
Answers: • Sinecure
34. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
Though he didn't win the advertising account, Sal made a __________ presentation that he can be proud of.
Answers: • creditable
35. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The publicist was surprised by the INUNDATION of fan letters for her top client.
Answers: • Deluge
36. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
We all remarked on how well the spray of begonias _____________ her hair color.
Answers: • complemented
37. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Understood by or intended for only a select few or a particular group
Answers: • Esoteric
38. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The recent shenanigans in the town square went against all PRECEPTS of decency.
Answers: • Rules for action or behavior
39. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
It would BEHOOVE you to show a little more respect to the judge and jury who are deciding your case.
Answers: • Be worthwhile or proper for; be incumbent upon
40. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
That grueling competition really tested the _____________ of the gymnastics team.
Answers: • mettle
41. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
Oscar, who did not possess a discerning __________, preferred hotdogs to steak.
Answers: • palate
42. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
She hastened to _________ me that she intends to pay the bill, and that she will _________ that the check is mailed today.
Answers: • assure/ensure
43. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym of the word below.
NONCHALANT
Answers: • Unperturbed
44. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
v. To impose with authority; urge strongly
Answers: • Enjoin
45. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
Although _________ wanted to keep the boat all to _________, I knew it would be used extensively by both Susan and _________.
Answers: • I/myself/me
46. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Marilyn conveyed a BLITHE indifference to the troubles that mounted around her.
Answers: • Carefree; heedless
47. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. A mass or crowd; multitude
Answers: • Horde
48. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
The workers were allowed to ___________ down once they’d ________ the brick, but the foreman himself has not yet ___________ down.
Answers: • lie/laid/lain
49. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
REFUTE
Answers: • Support
50. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
I can _________ all the terms of the apartment lease _________ the one about not allowing pets.
Answers: • accept/except
51. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
We fully expect Elizabeth to FOIST her work on us and disappear for the weekend as usual.
Answers: • Force upon; palm off
52. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
The crafty spy gave a ____________ name to the hotel clerk.
Answers: • fictitious
53. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The mysterious message Claude received could be a HARBINGER of what’s in store for him and his family.
Answers: • Downfall
• Omen; forerunner
54. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
The WIZENED old woman gave Jack a handful of beans and some good advice.
Answers: • Shriveled
55. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The plots of all her novels just seem to MEANDER along, to the point where I can’t follow the storyline or figure out who’s who.
Answers: • Take a winding or indirect course
56. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
The company is __________ committed to developing educational television programs for children.
Answers: • wholly
57. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
It’s a good thing you’re so _________ at paperwork, because you’ll need to fill out hundreds of forms to __________ a child.
Answers: • adept/adopt
58. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
She entered the ballroom on the arm of a DEBONAIR young man.
Answers: • Charming and elegant
59. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
Our lawyers have informed us that while the new tax laws will not __________ our business directly, they may have an adverse _________ on the spending power of our customers.
Answers: • affect/effect
60. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. The act or fact of lessening; reduction
Answers: • Diminution
61. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
Sally was greatly __________ when I said I didn't like redheads.
Answers: • piqued
62. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. Flair; style; a flamboyant manner
Answers: • Panache
63. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Running around barefoot in the snow will only EXACERBATE your flu symptoms.
Answers: • Aggravate; worsen
64. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
She launched her new line of handbags _________ a fanfare of publicity.
Answers: • amid
65. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Narrow-minded; limited in scope
Answers: • Sectarian
66. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
The proposed after-school tutoring program promises _______________ benefits to the students and the community.
Answers: • innumerable
67. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
The coach was absolutely disgusted by his team’s INDOLENCE and nasty attitude.
Answers: • Laziness
68. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
Alec has always been CONTEMPTUOUS of his fellow writers.
Answers: • Disdainful
69. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
Who has the power to _________ out justice to the citizens of this country?
Answers: • mete
70. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Her MELLIFLUOUS voice is perfectly suited to lullabies and never fails to put us all to sleep.
Answers: • Smoothly flowing; sweet-sounding
71. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The exchange student was disheartened by the rather BRUSQUE welcome she received from her host family.
Answers: • Blunt or rude in manner of speech
72. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
Roger might be more AMENABLE to your ideas if you presented them without sneering.
Answers: • Willing to accept
73. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
ITINERANT
Answers: • Permanent
74. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. Capacity for producing a desired result; effectiveness
Answers: • Efficacy
75. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
She always got a VICARIOUS thrill from watching her father skydive.
Answers: • Empathetic
76. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of homophones from the options below.
The _________ poet, knowing his death was _________, struggled to finish his final ode.
Answers: • eminent/imminent
77. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
INORDINATE
Answers: • Reasonable
• On a waiting list
• Unprepared
• Immense
78. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. Local or provincial dialect
Answers: • Patois
79. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Alicia, who loved both men equally and wanted to hurt neither, found herself in quite a QUANDARY over which one she should choose.
Answers: • Puzzling predicament
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1. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
The soldier’s EXEMPLARY conduct did not go unnoticed by his sergeant.
Answers: • Admirable
2. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
PRETENTIOUS
PRETENTIOUS
Answers: • Modest
3. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Similar to something else in certain respects, as in form, function, or meaning
adj. Similar to something else in certain respects, as in form, function, or meaning
Answers: • Analogous
4. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
MITIGATE
MITIGATE
Answers: • Intensify
5. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Sluggish; apathetic; dull
adj. Sluggish; apathetic; dull
Answers: • Torpid
6. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Hardhearted; unmoved by pity
adj. Hardhearted; unmoved by pity
Answers: • Obdurate
7. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
Agatha RUMINATED for weeks about the consequences of telling Arthur about the affair.
Agatha RUMINATED for weeks about the consequences of telling Arthur about the affair.
Answers: • Pondered
8. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
LASSITUDE
LASSITUDE
Answers: • Vigor
9. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
v. To issue a vehement verbal attack; to denounce explosively
v. To issue a vehement verbal attack; to denounce explosively
Answers: • Fulminate
10. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Now that the festivities have ended, perhaps we can return to some SEMBLANCE of normality.
Now that the festivities have ended, perhaps we can return to some SEMBLANCE of normality.
Answers: • Outward appearance
11. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
The only ________________ difference between the twins is the shape of their noses.
The only ________________ difference between the twins is the shape of their noses.
Answers: • distinctive
12. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
Mr. Winkle was dismayed to discover that his willful young wife __________ her wealth and __________ the law at every opportunity.
Mr. Winkle was dismayed to discover that his willful young wife __________ her wealth and __________ the law at every opportunity.
Answers: • flaunted/flouted
13. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Easily provoked to anger; irritable
adj. Easily provoked to anger; irritable
Answers: • Irascible
14. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
It seems we’ve reached an IMPASSE in our negotiations.
It seems we’ve reached an IMPASSE in our negotiations.
Answers: • Stalemate
15. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
We expected the waiter to show us out of that snooty restaurant in a hurry, but he turned out to be quite jolly and __________.
We expected the waiter to show us out of that snooty restaurant in a hurry, but he turned out to be quite jolly and __________.
Answers: • complaisant
16. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
If you insist on eating more cotton candy _________ a kid at a carnival, __________ don’t come crying to me when you’ve gained a few pounds!
If you insist on eating more cotton candy _________ a kid at a carnival, __________ don’t come crying to me when you’ve gained a few pounds!
Answers: • than/then
17. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
This experiment was designed to ___________ certain behaviors from the test subjects.
This experiment was designed to ___________ certain behaviors from the test subjects.
Answers: • elicit
18. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The despot’s MINIONS were only too eager to tout his edicts and report any unrest among his subjects.
The despot’s MINIONS were only too eager to tout his edicts and report any unrest among his subjects.
Answers: • Sycophants; servile followers
19. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Dan was a nice guy, but he was far too GARRULOUS and tended to monopolize people at parties.
Dan was a nice guy, but he was far too GARRULOUS and tended to monopolize people at parties.
Answers: • Excessively talkative about trivial topics
20. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Maude managed to sweep up the broken dishes without a word of REPROOF to her children.
Maude managed to sweep up the broken dishes without a word of REPROOF to her children.
Answers: • Expression of disapproval or blame
21. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The journalist denied that he had any PRURIENT interest in the politician’s private life, but his titillating articles seemed to indicate otherwise.
The journalist denied that he had any PRURIENT interest in the politician’s private life, but his titillating articles seemed to indicate otherwise.
Answers: • Overly curious about the sexual behavior of others
22. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
ADVERSE
ADVERSE
Answers: • Favorable
23. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
These artists really IMBUE their work with a spirit of profound freedom.
These artists really IMBUE their work with a spirit of profound freedom.
Answers: • Fill or permeate with a particular feeling or quality
24. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
His son’s group of friends had a DELETERIOUS effect on his schoolwork.
His son’s group of friends had a DELETERIOUS effect on his schoolwork.
Answers: • Harmful
25. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of homophones from the options below.
Rachel knew that she'd soon be living in ___________ circumstances unless she got her financial problems ____________ out immediately.
Rachel knew that she'd soon be living in ___________ circumstances unless she got her financial problems ____________ out immediately.
Answers: • straitened/straightened
26. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Poverty is RIFE in the rural areas of our county, where one in three families receives some state assistance.
Poverty is RIFE in the rural areas of our county, where one in three families receives some state assistance.
Answers: • Prevalent
27. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
AVARICE
AVARICE
Answers: • Generosity
28. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Tending to create ill will or give offense
adj. Tending to create ill will or give offense
Answers: • Invidious
29. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The diplomats, who have been accused of DUPLICITY by their respective countries, have been removed from their posts.
The diplomats, who have been accused of DUPLICITY by their respective countries, have been removed from their posts.
Answers: • Deceitfulness; double-dealing
30. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
I screamed as the monstrous presence snaked toward me on the dark and __________ path.
I screamed as the monstrous presence snaked toward me on the dark and __________ path.
Answers: • tortuous
31. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The community theater troupe faced one problem after another, so it was no surprise that their season ended in a DEBACLE.
The community theater troupe faced one problem after another, so it was no surprise that their season ended in a DEBACLE.
Answers: • Complete failure; breaking up
32. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
RILE
RILE
Answers: • Placate
33. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. A position that entails little work but provides a salary
n. A position that entails little work but provides a salary
Answers: • Sinecure
34. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
Though he didn't win the advertising account, Sal made a __________ presentation that he can be proud of.
Though he didn't win the advertising account, Sal made a __________ presentation that he can be proud of.
Answers: • creditable
35. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The publicist was surprised by the INUNDATION of fan letters for her top client.
The publicist was surprised by the INUNDATION of fan letters for her top client.
Answers: • Deluge
36. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
We all remarked on how well the spray of begonias _____________ her hair color.
We all remarked on how well the spray of begonias _____________ her hair color.
Answers: • complemented
37. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Understood by or intended for only a select few or a particular group
adj. Understood by or intended for only a select few or a particular group
Answers: • Esoteric
38. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The recent shenanigans in the town square went against all PRECEPTS of decency.
The recent shenanigans in the town square went against all PRECEPTS of decency.
Answers: • Rules for action or behavior
39. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
It would BEHOOVE you to show a little more respect to the judge and jury who are deciding your case.
It would BEHOOVE you to show a little more respect to the judge and jury who are deciding your case.
Answers: • Be worthwhile or proper for; be incumbent upon
40. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
That grueling competition really tested the _____________ of the gymnastics team.
That grueling competition really tested the _____________ of the gymnastics team.
Answers: • mettle
41. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
Oscar, who did not possess a discerning __________, preferred hotdogs to steak.
Oscar, who did not possess a discerning __________, preferred hotdogs to steak.
Answers: • palate
42. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
She hastened to _________ me that she intends to pay the bill, and that she will _________ that the check is mailed today.
She hastened to _________ me that she intends to pay the bill, and that she will _________ that the check is mailed today.
Answers: • assure/ensure
43. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym of the word below.
NONCHALANT
NONCHALANT
Answers: • Unperturbed
44. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
v. To impose with authority; urge strongly
v. To impose with authority; urge strongly
Answers: • Enjoin
45. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
Although _________ wanted to keep the boat all to _________, I knew it would be used extensively by both Susan and _________.
Although _________ wanted to keep the boat all to _________, I knew it would be used extensively by both Susan and _________.
Answers: • I/myself/me
46. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Marilyn conveyed a BLITHE indifference to the troubles that mounted around her.
Marilyn conveyed a BLITHE indifference to the troubles that mounted around her.
Answers: • Carefree; heedless
47. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. A mass or crowd; multitude
n. A mass or crowd; multitude
Answers: • Horde
48. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
The workers were allowed to ___________ down once they’d ________ the brick, but the foreman himself has not yet ___________ down.
The workers were allowed to ___________ down once they’d ________ the brick, but the foreman himself has not yet ___________ down.
Answers: • lie/laid/lain
49. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
REFUTE
REFUTE
Answers: • Support
50. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
I can _________ all the terms of the apartment lease _________ the one about not allowing pets.
I can _________ all the terms of the apartment lease _________ the one about not allowing pets.
Answers: • accept/except
51. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
We fully expect Elizabeth to FOIST her work on us and disappear for the weekend as usual.
We fully expect Elizabeth to FOIST her work on us and disappear for the weekend as usual.
Answers: • Force upon; palm off
52. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
The crafty spy gave a ____________ name to the hotel clerk.
The crafty spy gave a ____________ name to the hotel clerk.
Answers: • fictitious
53. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The mysterious message Claude received could be a HARBINGER of what’s in store for him and his family.
The mysterious message Claude received could be a HARBINGER of what’s in store for him and his family.
Answers: • Omen; forerunner
54. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
The WIZENED old woman gave Jack a handful of beans and some good advice.
The WIZENED old woman gave Jack a handful of beans and some good advice.
Answers: • Shriveled
55. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The plots of all her novels just seem to MEANDER along, to the point where I can’t follow the storyline or figure out who’s who.
The plots of all her novels just seem to MEANDER along, to the point where I can’t follow the storyline or figure out who’s who.
Answers: • Take a winding or indirect course
56. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
The company is __________ committed to developing educational television programs for children.
The company is __________ committed to developing educational television programs for children.
Answers: • wholly
57. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
It’s a good thing you’re so _________ at paperwork, because you’ll need to fill out hundreds of forms to __________ a child.
It’s a good thing you’re so _________ at paperwork, because you’ll need to fill out hundreds of forms to __________ a child.
Answers: • adept/adopt
58. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
She entered the ballroom on the arm of a DEBONAIR young man.
She entered the ballroom on the arm of a DEBONAIR young man.
Answers: • Charming and elegant
59. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
Our lawyers have informed us that while the new tax laws will not __________ our business directly, they may have an adverse _________ on the spending power of our customers.
Our lawyers have informed us that while the new tax laws will not __________ our business directly, they may have an adverse _________ on the spending power of our customers.
Answers: • affect/effect
60. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. The act or fact of lessening; reduction
n. The act or fact of lessening; reduction
Answers: • Diminution
61. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
Sally was greatly __________ when I said I didn't like redheads.
Sally was greatly __________ when I said I didn't like redheads.
Answers: • piqued
62. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. Flair; style; a flamboyant manner
n. Flair; style; a flamboyant manner
Answers: • Panache
63. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Running around barefoot in the snow will only EXACERBATE your flu symptoms.
Running around barefoot in the snow will only EXACERBATE your flu symptoms.
Answers: • Aggravate; worsen
64. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
She launched her new line of handbags _________ a fanfare of publicity.
She launched her new line of handbags _________ a fanfare of publicity.
Answers: • amid
65. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Narrow-minded; limited in scope
adj. Narrow-minded; limited in scope
Answers: • Sectarian
66. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
The proposed after-school tutoring program promises _______________ benefits to the students and the community.
The proposed after-school tutoring program promises _______________ benefits to the students and the community.
Answers: • innumerable
67. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
The coach was absolutely disgusted by his team’s INDOLENCE and nasty attitude.
The coach was absolutely disgusted by his team’s INDOLENCE and nasty attitude.
Answers: • Laziness
68. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
Alec has always been CONTEMPTUOUS of his fellow writers.
Alec has always been CONTEMPTUOUS of his fellow writers.
Answers: • Disdainful
69. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
Who has the power to _________ out justice to the citizens of this country?
Who has the power to _________ out justice to the citizens of this country?
Answers: • mete
70. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Her MELLIFLUOUS voice is perfectly suited to lullabies and never fails to put us all to sleep.
Her MELLIFLUOUS voice is perfectly suited to lullabies and never fails to put us all to sleep.
Answers: • Smoothly flowing; sweet-sounding
71. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The exchange student was disheartened by the rather BRUSQUE welcome she received from her host family.
The exchange student was disheartened by the rather BRUSQUE welcome she received from her host family.
Answers: • Blunt or rude in manner of speech
72. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
Roger might be more AMENABLE to your ideas if you presented them without sneering.
Roger might be more AMENABLE to your ideas if you presented them without sneering.
Answers: • Willing to accept
73. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
ITINERANT
ITINERANT
Answers: • Permanent
74. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. Capacity for producing a desired result; effectiveness
n. Capacity for producing a desired result; effectiveness
Answers: • Efficacy
75. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
She always got a VICARIOUS thrill from watching her father skydive.
She always got a VICARIOUS thrill from watching her father skydive.
Answers: • Empathetic
76. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of homophones from the options below.
The _________ poet, knowing his death was _________, struggled to finish his final ode.
The _________ poet, knowing his death was _________, struggled to finish his final ode.
Answers: • eminent/imminent
77. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
INORDINATE
INORDINATE
Answers: • Reasonable
78. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. Local or provincial dialect
n. Local or provincial dialect
Answers: • Patois
79. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Alicia, who loved both men equally and wanted to hurt neither, found herself in quite a QUANDARY over which one she should choose.
Alicia, who loved both men equally and wanted to hurt neither, found herself in quite a QUANDARY over which one she should choose.
Answers: • Puzzling predicament
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01. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
MITIGATE
Answer: c. Intensify
02. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
v. To impose with authority; urge strongly
Answer: a. Enjoin
03. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
v. To issue a vehement verbal attack; to denounce explosively
Answer: c. Fulminate
04. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
It's a good thing you're so________ at paperwork, because you'll need to fill out hundreds of forms to________ a child.
Answer: c. adapt/adopt
05. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. Flair; style; a flamboyant manner
Answer: c. Resonance
MITIGATE
Answer: c. Intensify
02. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
v. To impose with authority; urge strongly
Answer: a. Enjoin
03. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
v. To issue a vehement verbal attack; to denounce explosively
Answer: c. Fulminate
04. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
It's a good thing you're so________ at paperwork, because you'll need to fill out hundreds of forms to________ a child.
Answer: c. adapt/adopt
05. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. Flair; style; a flamboyant manner
Answer: c. Resonance
06. Question: Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The mysterious message Claude received could be a HARBINGER of what's in store for him and his family.
Answer: b. Omen; forerunner
07. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
Roger might be more AMENABLE to your ideas if you presented them without sneering.
Answer: b. Willing to accept
08. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
The coach was absolutely disgusted by his team's INDOLENCE and nasty attitude. wizened
Answer: c. Laziness
09. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
REFUTE
Answer: b. Support
10. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below. deleteriousINORDINATE
Answer: a. Reasonable
11. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
Oscar, who did not possess a discerning_________ , preferred hot dogs to steak.
Answer: b. pallet
12. Question: Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The journalist denied that he had any PRURIENT interest in the politician's private life, but his titillating articles seemed to indicate otherwise.
Answer: b. Overly curious about the sexual behavior of others
13. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Tending to create ill will or give offenseAnswer: b. Invidious
14. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
I can_________ all the terms of the apartment lease_________ the one about not allowing pets.
Answer: d. accept/except
15. Question: Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The recent shenanigans in the town square went against all PRECEPTS of decency.
Answer: a. Rules for action or behavior
16. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below. Adverse ITINERANT
Answer: a. Permanent
17. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
The company is__________ committed to developing educational television programs for children.
Answer: c. wholly
18. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of homophones from the options below.
The_________ poet, knowing his death was__________ , struggled to finish his final ode.
Answer: d. eminent/imminent
Answer: a. Reasonable
11. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
Oscar, who did not possess a discerning_________ , preferred hot dogs to steak.
Answer: b. pallet
12. Question: Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The journalist denied that he had any PRURIENT interest in the politician's private life, but his titillating articles seemed to indicate otherwise.
Answer: b. Overly curious about the sexual behavior of others
13. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Tending to create ill will or give offenseAnswer: b. Invidious
14. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
I can_________ all the terms of the apartment lease_________ the one about not allowing pets.
Answer: d. accept/except
15. Question: Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The recent shenanigans in the town square went against all PRECEPTS of decency.
Answer: a. Rules for action or behavior
16. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below. Adverse ITINERANT
Answer: a. Permanent
17. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
The company is__________ committed to developing educational television programs for children.
Answer: c. wholly
18. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of homophones from the options below.
The_________ poet, knowing his death was__________ , struggled to finish his final ode.
Answer: d. eminent/imminent
19. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of homophones from the options below.
Rachel knew that she'd soon be living in______________ circumstances unless she got her financial problems________________ out
immediately.
Answer: b. straitened/straightened
20. Question: Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The plots of all her novels just seem to MEANDER along, to the point where I can't follow the storyline or figure out who's who.
Answer: a. Purposely confuse
21. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
The only________________ difference between the twins is the shape of their noses.
Answer: b. distinguished
22. Question: Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Now that the festivities have ended, perhaps we can return to some SEMBLANCE of normality.
Answer: c. Outward appearance
23. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Narrow-minded; limited in scope
Answer: d. Sectarian
24. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
That grueling competition really tested the____________ of the gymnastics team.
Answer: b. metal
25. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
Capacity for producing a desired result; effectiveness
Answer: d. Efficacy
26. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
Although_________ wanted to keep the boat all to_________ , I knew it would be used extensively by both Susan and________________ .
Answer: d. I/myself/me
27. Question: Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Poverty is RIFE in the rural areas of our county, where one in three families receives some state assistance. RIFE
Answer: a. Prevalent
28. Question: Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The exchange student was disheartened by the rather BRUSQUE welcome she received from her host family.
Answer: c. Blunt or rude in manner of speech
29. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
The workers were allowed to___________ down once they'd________ the brick, but the foreman himself has not yet_________
down.
Answer: d. lay/laid/laid
30. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
Alec has always been CONTEMPTUOUS of his fellow writers.
Answer: a. Disdainful
31. Question: Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Maude managed to sweep up the broken dishes without a word of REPROOF to her children.
Answer: a. Expression of disapproval or blame
Expression of apology or regret
32. Question: Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The despot's MINIONS were only too eager to tout his edicts and report any unrest among his subjects.
Answer: a- Sycophants; servile followers
33. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
AVARICE
Answer: d. Generosity
34. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
The crafty spy gave a___________ name to the hotel clerk.
Answer: c. fictitious
35. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
The soldier's EXEMPLARY conduct did not go unnoticed by his sergeant.
Answer: c. Admirable
36. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
She always got a VICARIOUS thrill from watching her father skydive.
Answer: d. Sickening
37. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
The proposed after-school tutoring program promises_____________ benefits to the students and the community.
Answer: a. innumerable
38. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
I screamed as the monstrous presence snaked toward me on the dark and_________ path.
Answer: b. tortuous
39. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
We all remarked on how well the spray of begonias____________ her hair color.
Answer: a. complimented
40. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
She hastened to_________ me that she intends to pay the bill, and that she will_________ that the check is mailed today.
Answer: a. assure/ensure
41. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
The soldier's EXEMPLARY conduct did not go unnoticed by his sergeant.
Answer: c. Admirable
42. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
His son's group of friends had a DELETERIOUS effect on his schoolwork.
Answer: d. Harmful
43. Question: Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
It would BEHOOVE you to show a little more respect to the judge and jury who are deciding your case.
Answer: c. Be worthwhile or proper for; be incumbent upon
44. Question: Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Running around barefoot in the snow will only EXACERBATE your flu symptoms.
Answer: b. Aggravate; worsen
45. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. A mass or crowd; multitudeAnswer: c. Horde
46. Question: Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Dan was a nice guy, but he was far too GARRULOUS and tended to monopolize people at parties.
Answer: c. Excessively talkative about trivial topics
47. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Similar to something else in certain respects, as in form, function, or meaning
Answer: c. Analogous
48. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Hardhearted; unmoved by pityAnswer: b. Parsimonious
49. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
ADVERSE
Answer: d. Twisted
50. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
Who has the power to_________ out justice to the citizens of this country?
Answer: a. meet
51. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Easily provoked to anger; irritable
Answer: a. Sapid
52. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. Flair; style; a flamboyant manner
Answer: c. Resonance
53. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
Agatha RUMINATED for weeks about the consequences of telling Arthur about the affair.
Answer: a. Pondered
54. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
This experiment was designed to __________ certain behaviors from the test subjects.
Answer: a. illicit
55. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
It seems we've reached an IMPASSE in our negotiations.
Answer: d. Stalemate
56. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
The WIZENED old woman gave Jack a handful of beans and some good advice.
Answer: b. Shriveled
57. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. A position that entails little work but provides a salary
Answer: d. Sinecure
58. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
Mr. Winkle was dismayed to discover that his willful young wife________ her wealth and__________ the law at every
opportunity.
Answer: c. flaunted/flouted
59. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
She launched her new line of handbags________ a fanfare of publicity.
Answer: c. among
60. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. Local or provincial dialect
Answer: b. Patois
61. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
She entered the ballroom on the arm of a DEBONAIR young man.
Answer: d. Charming and elegant
62. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
We expected the waiter to show us out of that snooty restaurant in a hurry, but he turned out to be quite jolly and ____
Answer: c. complaisant
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