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2511. Choose the word closest in meaning to "Amicably"
- A. Unwillingly
- B. Conveniently
- C. Affirmatively
- D. Effectively
Explanation: This means in a way that confirms or agrees with something. While affirmation can be associated with positive interactions, it does not necessarily imply a friendly or peaceable nature.
Correct answer: Affirmatively2512. Choose the word most opposite in meaning to "Abjure"
- A. Allow
- B. Give up
- C. Relinquish
- D. Demolish
Explanation: This means to give up control or possession of something. While relinquishing something might involve letting go of it, it doesn't necessarily imply a formal renunciation. Relinquishing something is more about transferring ownership or control than about making a statement about one's beliefs or claims.
Correct answer: Relinquish2513. Choose the word most opposite in meaning to "Apportion"
- A. Monopolize
- B. Superior
- C. Toxin
- D. Allocate
Explanation: This means to have exclusive control or possession of something. It is the most direct opposite of "apportion" as it implies concentrating or consolidating something in the hands of a single entity.
Correct answer: Monopolize2514. Choose the word closest in meaning to "Interminable"
- A. Fundamental
- B. Auxiliary
- C. Transient
- D. Infinite
Explanation: This means limitless or endless in space, extent, or size. It is the closest synonym for interminable, as it also implies something that has no end or limit.
Correct answer: Infinite2515. Choose the word closest in meaning to "Jocose"
- A. Deliberate
- B. Facetious
- C. Inexorable
- D. Big-Time
Explanation: This means intended to be funny or witty, often at the expense of others. While facetious is like jocose, it can also have a negative connotation of being insincere or disrespectful, whereas jocose is more lighthearted and playful.
Correct answer: Facetious2516. Choose the word closest in meaning to "Mendacious"
- A. Fraudulent
- B. Sincere
- C. Capable
- D. Imaginary
Explanation: This means involving or characterized by fraud; deceitful. While fraudulent is similar to mendacious, it specifically refers to deception or trickery for personal gain, whereas mendacious can be used more broadly for habitual lying.
Correct answer: Fraudulent2517. Choose the word closest in meaning to "Envious"
- A. Content
- B. Comical
- C. Resentful
- D. Lethargic
Explanation: This means feeling bitterness or indignation at having been treated unfairly. While resentment can be associated with envy, it primarily focuses on feeling wronged or mistreated, whereas envy is more about desiring what someone else has.
Correct answer: Resentful2518. Choose the word most opposite in meaning to "Ominous"
- A. Promising
- B. Discernible
- C. Indefinite
- D. Apocalyptic
Explanation: This means suggesting that something good or favorable is likely to happen. It is the most direct opposite of "ominous" as it conveys a sense of optimism and positive expectation.
Correct answer: Promising2519. Choose the word closest in meaning to "Warrant"
- A. Veto
- B. Pledge
- C. Craving
- D. Steer
Explanation: This means to promise solemnly to do something. While a pledge can be a form of justification, it doesn't directly convey the idea of authorizing or sanctioning something.
Correct answer: Pledge2520. Choose the word closest in meaning to "Fallacy"
- A. Paradox
- B. Conformity
- C. Recession
- D. Turmoil
Explanation: This means a statement that seems to contradict itself but is nevertheless logically valid. While paradoxes can be puzzling and counterintuitive, they are not necessarily fallacies, as they can be based on sound reasoning.
Correct answer: Paradox