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1901. Synonym of "immolate" is _________?

  • A. to surround
  • B. baptize
  • C. vandalize
  • D. sacrifice

Explanation: To immolate means to sacrifice, traditionally by burning as an offering. The other options describe unrelated actions.

Correct answer: sacrifice

1902. Synonym of "abrade" is _________?

  • A. to twist
  • B. unravel
  • C. scold
  • D. wear away

Explanation: To abrade means to rub or scrape away a surface gradually, making wear away the best match. Unravel applies to threads or a complicated matter, not specifically surface damage.

Correct answer: wear away

1903. Synonym of "morose" is _________?

  • A. calm
  • B. gloomy
  • C. misty
  • D. damp
  • E. diseased

Explanation: Morose describes a person who is sullen, gloomy, or habitually ill-tempered. Calm may describe a quiet mood, but it does not include morose sadness or sullenness.

Correct answer: gloomy

1904. Synonym of "ubiquitous" is _________?

  • A. affluent
  • B. resigning
  • C. omni-present
  • D. omni-potent
  • E. omniscient

Explanation: Ubiquitous means present or found everywhere, which is expressed by omnipresent. Omnipotent means all-powerful and omniscient means all-knowing, so both are different.

Correct answer: omni-present

1905. He was __________ from all charges leveled against him?

  • A. liberated
  • B. exonerated
  • C. apprehended
  • D. judged

Explanation: To exonerate someone is to officially clear that person of blame or criminal charges. Liberated means freed generally, but it does not specifically imply being cleared of accusations.

Correct answer: exonerated

1906. Synonym of "attrition" is _________?

  • A. addition
  • B. regret
  • C. attitude
  • D. abrasion
  • E. concentration

Explanation: Attrition can mean gradual wearing down or reduction, making abrasion its closest option. In employment, attrition also refers to a gradual reduction in staff, not addition or concentration.

Correct answer: abrasion

1907. Synonym of "ascribe" is _________?

  • A. engrave
  • B. attribute
  • C. sign
  • D. write

Explanation: To ascribe something to a person or cause is to attribute it to that source. Engrave and write concern marking words, while sign is too general.

Correct answer: attribute

1908. Synonym of "cuisine" is _________?

  • A. overall atmosphere
  • B. table setting
  • C. style of cooking
  • D. light luggage

Explanation: Cuisine means a particular style or tradition of cooking, such as Pakistani, Italian, or Chinese cuisine. It refers to food preparation rather than the setting or atmosphere of a meal.

Correct answer: style of cooking

1909. Synonym of "superfluous" is _________?

  • A. flowing
  • B. disdainful
  • C. ornate
  • D. unnecessary

Explanation: Superfluous means more than is needed or useful, so unnecessary is the direct synonym. Ornate means highly decorated, which may be excessive in some contexts but is not the exact meaning.

Correct answer: unnecessary

1910. Synonym of "malfeasance" is _________?

  • A. seasickness
  • B. criticism
  • C. cure
  • D. misconduct
  • E. poor performance

Explanation: Malfeasance means wrongdoing, especially by a public official, so misconduct is the closest synonym. The other choices refer to illness, criticism, treatment, or inadequate work rather than deliberate wrongdoing.

Correct answer: misconduct