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Example Question #81 : Synonyms: Prefixes
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ARCHENEMY
Misanthrope
Friend
Nemesis
Accomplice
Compatriot
Nemesis
The prefix "arch-" means most or most important, so one's “archenemy” is one's biggest enemy, or “nemesis.” “Accomplice” means coconspirator or someone who works with someone else, especially to commit a crime; “compatriot” means fellow countryman; and “misanthrope” means someone antisocial who dislikes people.
Example Question #82 : Synonyms: Prefixes
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SESSION
Benefactor
Sitting
Forerunner
Crook
Omen
Sitting
A “session” is a meeting of a council or a span of time scheduled for doing one specific thing, or a “sitting.” “Forerunner” means predecessor; “crook” means criminal; a “benefactor” is someone who funds something; and “omen” means sign of what might happen in the future.
Example Question #83 : Synonyms: Prefixes
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SUBVERSIVE
Illustrator
Mentor
Manufacturer
Supporter
Troublemaker
Troublemaker
The prefix "sub-" means under and the "-versive" portion of "subversive" derives from the Latin meaning turn, so it makes sense that someone who is “subversive” is rebellious and makes trouble, wanting to "subvert" or overturn something. As for the other answer choices, a “manufacturer” is someone who makes something; an “illustrator” is someone who draws something; a "supporter" is someone who supports something, and a "mentor" is someone knowledgeable in a given area who helps someone else gain knowledge in that area by advising that person.
Example Question #84 : Synonyms: Prefixes
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
EJECT
Reward
Distress
Discharge
Reproach
Vend
Discharge
The prefix "e-" can mean away or out and the "-ject" portion of the word derives from the Latin for "throw," so it makes sense that "eject" means throw away from. That makes "discharge" the correct answer, as "discharge" means toss away from. Considering the other answer choices, "reward" means give someone something nice for doing the right thing; “reproach” means show that one does not approve of something; “distress” means cause to become upset; and “vend” means sell.
Example Question #85 : Synonyms: Prefixes
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DISMISS
Demand
Conclude
Ignore
Question
Introduce
Ignore
In the word "dismiss," the "dis-" prefix is functioning to mean away, and the "-miss" portion derives from the Latin for to send, so it makes sense that "dismiss" means send away or ignore. "Ignore" is thus the correct answer. Considering the other answer choices, “demand” means ask for forcefully as if the person being queried has no other choice; “question” means ask or cast doubt on; “introduce” means bring something up, like an idea or a person, for the first time; and “conclude” means determine or finish.
Example Question #86 : Synonyms: Prefixes
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
INTERACT
Trade
Communicate
Portray
Calculate
Undermine
Communicate
The prefix "inter-" means between, so it makes sense that "interact" means engage with another person, talk, or "communicate." As for the other answer choices, “undermine” means subvert, sabotage, or work against the progress of; “trade” means exchange goods; “calculate” means figure out or determine; and “portray” means show or represent.
Example Question #87 : Synonyms: Prefixes
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ASYMMETRICAL
Uneven
International
Outdated
Balanced
Resourceful
Uneven
The prefix "a-" means not and negates the original meaning of a word. “Symmetrical” means having two halves that are mirror images of one another, so “asymmetrical” means not having two halves that are mirror images of one another. This makes "uneven" the best answer choice. As for the other answer choices, “resourceful” means capable and able to cope with many situations; “balanced” means even; “international” means global or having to do with multiple nations; “outdated” means out of date and obsolete.
Example Question #88 : Synonyms: Prefixes
Choose the word or set of words that best completes the following sentence.
Hummingbirds are __________ because they eat both insects and nectar.
omnivores
herbivores
omnipotent
deities
carnivores
omnivores
Animals that eat both other animals and vegetables are called “omnivores.” “Carnivores” eat only meat and “herbivores” eat only plants. The prefixes "omni-" (all) herb- (having to do with plants), and carn- (having to do with the body, flesh, or meat) are all relative here. A “deity” is a god or goddess; and “omnipotent” means all-powerful.
Example Question #89 : Synonyms: Prefixes
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
REPEL
Intrude
Command
Beckon
Summon
Repulse
Repulse
The prefix "re-" means back or again, and "pel" derives from a Latin root meaning force, so it makes sense that "repel" means force back, deflect, or "repulse." “Summon” means send for or call for; “beckon” means wave for someone to approach; “command” means order or tell what to do; and "intrude" means interrupt, often by entering a space in which one's presence is not desired.
Example Question #90 : Synonyms: Prefixes
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
IMMORTAL
Inconclusive
Eternal
Laborious
Effortless
Frequent
Eternal
The prefix "im-" means not, and the Latin root "mort" means death, so it makes sense that "immortal" means not mortal, or not able to die. This makes "eternal," which means lasting forever, the correct answer. As for the other answer choices, “effortless” means not requiring effort or done with such skill as to make look extremely easy; “laborious” means difficult and involving hard work; "inconclusive" means not supporting any definite conclusions; and "frequent" means occurring often.
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