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2091. The word closest in the meaning to "on the wrong foot" is:
- A. Stumble
- B. Humble
- C. Dependable
- D. Presentable
Explanation: "On the wrong foot" is an idiom that means to start something badly or to have a poor start. "Stumble" is the word closest in meaning to this idiom, as it implies a misstep or mistake that may occur at the beginning of something.
Correct answer: Stumble2092. The word closest in the meaning to potential is:
- A. Weakness
- B. Ability
- C. Impossible
- D. Inability
Explanation: "Potential" means having the capacity to become or develop into something in the future. It implies the possibility of achieving or succeeding in something. The word that is closest in meaning to potential is "ability," which means possessing the skill or competence to do something successfully.
Correct answer: Ability2093. The word closest in meaning to fringe is:
- A. Frontier
- B. Centrum
- C. Center
- D. Interior
Explanation: "Fringe" refers to the outer edge or margin of something. The word closest to "fringe" is "frontier," which means the extreme limit or boundary of a country or civilization. Both words refer to the outermost part of something.
Correct answer: Frontier2094. Select the word or phrase which is closest in meaning to the underlined words;A narcissist is his own best friend.
- A. Religious person
- B. Humble person
- C. Prison inmate
- D. Egocentric
Explanation: A narcissist is someone who has an excessive interest in or admiration of themselves and is often preoccupied with their importance or abilities. "Egocentric" refers to someone who is excessively self-centred or focused on themselves, which is similar in meaning to a narcissist.
Correct answer: Egocentric2095. What is the synonym of the word PSEUDO?
- A. Quasi
- B. Genuine
- C. Exhilarating
- D. Fluffy
Explanation: Option A is correct.Pseudo means false, pretended, or imitation. Quasi is a prefix that means "resembling" or "having some, but not all, of the characteristics of". It's often used to describe something that is pseudo or pretended.
Correct answer: Quasi2096. Find out the antonym of "Mumbled":
- A. Unprovoked
- B. Quiver
- C. Loud
- D. Rarely
Explanation: 'Mumbled' means to say something silently. 'Loud' is the direct opposite of it.
Correct answer: Loud2097. The antonym for the word "chaotic" is:
- A. Embarrassing
- B. Hectic
- C. Orderly
- D. Nervous
Explanation: Chaotic means completely unordered and unpredictable, and confusing.So, the ANTONYM of the word will be "orderly."Since, chaotic is a negative word, its antonym will be a positive word.Only Option C has a positive connotation, so option C is the correct option.
Correct answer: Orderly2098. The new clerk was commended for her _.
- A. diligence
- B. disability
- C. intelligent
- D. industrious
Explanation: In the context of the sentence, "diligence" is the most appropriate word to describe the quality for which the new clerk was commended, emphasizing her careful and persistent effort in her work.
Correct answer: diligence2099. Which of the following words will fill in the blank most appropriately?Diseases like diabetes are supposed to be taken seriously or they can be _.
- A. Cursing
- B. Healthy
- C. Fatal
- D. Impersonating
Explanation: Diseases like diabetes are serious and can have severe consequences if not properly managed. The term "fatal" implies that the disease can potentially lead to death if not treated or controlled effectively.
Correct answer: Fatal2100. The most appropriate word to be filled in here is:I decided to sell the piece of land when I was offered more _ price.
- A. True
- B. Realistic
- C. Exact
- D. Perfect
Explanation: In this sentence, the speaker is referring to selling a piece of land when they are offered a higher price. The word "realistic" fits well in that context, indicating that the price offered was practical, reasonable, or in line with what could be expected.
Correct answer: Realistic