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.

Set 7 of 3010 questions / No timer

1Disparity: Which word is closest in meaning?A. diversityB. incompatibilityC. contradictionD. inequalityE. separation

2Delineate the responsibilities of a role: Which word is closest in meaning?A. justifyB. rankC. assignD. outlineE. expand

3Disparage: Which word is closest in meaning?A. excludeB. disputeC. belittleD. underestimateE. analyze

4Eclectic tastes: Which word is closest in meaning?A. erraticB. variedC. refinedD. unconventionalE. selective

5Elucidate a difficult passage: Which word is closest in meaning?A. clarifyB. translateC. condenseD. defendE. outline

6Esoteric terminology: Which word is closest in meaning?A. elaborateB. irrelevantC. specializedD. confidentialE. antiquated

7A fortuitous occurrence: Which word is closest in meaning?A. causalB. recurringC. deliberateD. accidentalE. predictable

8Frugal: Which word is closest in meaning?A. generousB. ambitiousC. economicalD. resourcefulE. impoverished

9Futile: Which word is closest in meaning?A. unfinishedB. fruitlessC. tiringD. aimlessE. impractical

10Gregarious: Which word is closest in meaning?A. conspicuousB. sociableC. generousD. assertiveE. influential