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Example Question #765 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
RATIOCINATION
Deadness
Intuition
Contretemps
Logic
Propinquity
Logic
"Ratiocination" is another word for logical deduction or reasoning. This is an antonym for "intuition," or instinctive knowledge. "Deadness," obviously, is the quality of being dead. "Propinquity" is a synonym for proximity or nearness. A "contretemps" is a quarrel or dispute.
Example Question #766 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ANIMOSITY
Ill will
Spirit
Stinginess
Mendicant
Hatred
Hatred
"Animosity" is "hatred" or extreme dislike for something. Don't confuse this with "animus," which has a variety of definitions: mental archetype, spirit, or ill will. A "mendicant" is a beggar. "Stinginess" means thriftiness and miserliness.
Example Question #767 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ABLUTION
Animosity
Washing
Negation
Conundrum
Propriety
Washing
An "ablution" is a ceremonial washing or cleansing, often for forgiveness. "Negation" means contradiction or opposite. "Animosity" is hatred, and "propriety" means decorum. A "conundrum" is a dilemma or difficult situation.
Example Question #768 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ABSOLUTION
Theology
Cleansing
Belief
Expertise
Forgiveness
Forgiveness
"Absolution" means "forgiveness" or expiation of sins. Don't confuse this with "ablution," a ceremonial cleansing. While "absolution" is often a religious ritual, it is not a religious philosophy or theology itself. "Expertise" is skillfulness or knowledge. "Credulity" is another word for belief.
Example Question #769 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
APARTHEID
Canniness
Segregation
Tenacity
Poise
Brevity
Segregation
"Apartheid" is a form of racial segregation (specific to South Africa). "Canniness" is a synonym for "cleverness." "Tenacity" is a synonym for "perseverance," and "brevity" is a synonym for "briefness," concision. "Poise" is another word for aplomb, grace, or elegance.
Example Question #770 : Synonyms
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VERACITY
Applause
Truthfulness
Respite
Degeneracy
Interlude
Truthfulness
"Veracity" refers to truth, accuracy, or faithfulness to the facts. An "interlude" is an intermission or break, as is a "respite." "Degeneracy" means criminality or corruption. "Applause" is the act of cheering for something or someone.
Example Question #771 : Synonyms
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AFFINITY
Contretemps
Effrontery
Quarrel
Riposte
Liking
Liking
To have an "affinity" for something is to have a liking, penchant, inclination, or affection for it. "Contretemps" and "quarrel" are synonyms for dispute. A "riposte" is a retort or snappy response. "Effrontery" is impudence or boldness.
Example Question #772 : Synonyms
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ABNEGATION
Indulgence
Bafflement
Rejection
Quintessence
Expiation
Rejection
Depending on the context, "abnegation" can be "rejection" or renunciation of a principle or it can be temperance and self-denial. The latter is an antonym for "indulgence." "Bafflement" is confusion, and "expiation" is atonement. The "quintessence" of something is its epitome, its perfect example.
Example Question #773 : Synonyms
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ANNIHILATION
Platitude
Segregation
Famine
Destruction
Resurgence
Destruction
To "annihilate" something is to destroy it completely. A "resurgence" is a renewal or return. Another word for "segregation" is apartheid. A "platitude" is a truism or banality. "Famine" is widespread starvation.
Example Question #774 : Synonyms
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RAPPROCHEMENT
Plethora
Detente
Tenacity
Jargon
Perseverance
Detente
"Rapprochement" and "detente" both describe the resumption of friendly relations and agreement between two parties. A "plethora" of something is an abundance, and "jargon" is a specialized vocabulary. "Tenacity" is a synonym for perseverance.