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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: Affirmatively

2512. 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: Relinquish

2513. 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: Monopolize

2514. 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: Infinite

2515. 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: Facetious

2516. 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: Fraudulent

2517. 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: Resentful

2518. 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: Promising

2519. 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: Pledge

2520. 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