SYNONYM EXAM / FIVE CHOICES

Choose the closest meaning.

10 questions. Consider the intended sense of each word. Choose one answer, A through E, before checking the explanations.

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1Nonchalance (describing someone's manner when plans change): Which choice is closest in meaning?A. hesitationB. confidenceC. fatigueD. composureE. unconcern

2Noncommittal (describing a reply to an invitation): Which choice is closest in meaning?A. indifferentB. courteousC. evasiveD. definiteE. indecisive

3Nuance (describing a distinction between two expressions): Which choice is closest in meaning?A. variationB. implicationC. shadeD. contrastE. discrepancy

4Obfuscate (describing what dense jargon can do to an explanation): Which choice is closest in meaning?A. clarifyB. complicateC. obscureD. qualifyE. embellish

5Obsequious (describing someone's behavior toward an influential patron): Which choice is closest in meaning?A. servileB. courteousC. obedientD. assertiveE. deferential

6Obviate (in the phrase "obviate the need for repeated reminders"): Which choice is closest in meaning?A. postponeB. reduceC. anticipateD. justifyE. eliminate

7Ominous (describing a sudden crack from an old roof): Which choice is closest in meaning?A. portentousB. alarmingC. unexpectedD. mysteriousE. reassuring

8Opportune (describing a moment to ask for assistance): Which choice is closest in meaning?A. timelyB. convenientC. briefD. unexpectedE. inevitable

9Opulent (describing the interior of a grand residence): Which choice is closest in meaning?A. ornateB. fashionableC. luxuriousD. austereE. spacious

10Ornate (describing the design of a picture frame): Which choice is closest in meaning?A. elegantB. imposingC. expensiveD. plainE. elaborate

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