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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1Reclusive (describing a writer's way of life): Which choice is closest in meaning?A. independentB. withdrawnC. gregariousD. unpopularE. reserved

2Recondite (describing a specialized scholarly discussion): Which choice is closest in meaning?A. abstractB. accessibleC. obscureD. intricateE. controversial

3Rectify (in the phrase "rectify an error in the record"): Which choice is closest in meaning?A. correctB. reviseC. repeatD. explainE. conceal

4Redolent (used figuratively in "a scene redolent of childhood"): Which choice is closest in meaning?A. nostalgicB. fragrantC. authenticD. descriptiveE. evocative

5Remiss (describing someone's handling of a responsibility): Which choice is closest in meaning?A. forgetfulB. reluctantC. conscientiousD. incompetentE. negligent

6Remuneration (describing what a lecturer receives for professional services): Which choice is closest in meaning?A. gratitudeB. compensationC. reimbursementD. recognitionE. donation

7Repudiate (in the phrase "repudiate an allegation"): Which choice is closest in meaning?A. ignoreB. substantiateC. rejectD. refuteE. question

8Rescind (in the phrase "rescind an official restriction"): Which choice is closest in meaning?A. revokeB. enforceC. amendD. suspendE. announce

9Resolute (describing commitment to a difficult goal): Which choice is closest in meaning?A. hesitantB. confidentC. hopefulD. determinedE. deliberate

10Respite (describing a brief break from demanding work): Which choice is closest in meaning?A. conclusionB. recessC. leisureD. recoveryE. consolation

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