Synonyms and Antonyms Flashcards
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Which word is closest in meaning to EMINENT?
Answer: Distinguished
Eminent means famous and respected within a particular sphere. Distinguished is the closest synonym — standing out from others.
Which word is the OPPOSITE of FRUGAL?
Answer: Extravagant
Frugal means sparing in the use of money or food — careful and economical. Its antonym is extravagant — spending excessively.
Which word is closest in meaning to OBSOLETE?
Answer: Outdated
Obsolete means no longer produced or used — outdated. It describes technology or practices that have been replaced.
Which word is the OPPOSITE of LENIENT?
Answer: Strict
Lenient means not strict — merciful and permissive. Its antonym is strict — demanding compliance with rules.
Which word is closest in meaning to PLAUSIBLE?
Answer: Believable
Plausible means seeming reasonable or probable — believable. It describes an explanation that could realistically be true.
Which word is the OPPOSITE of ENHANCE?
Answer: Diminish
To enhance means to intensify or improve the quality of something. Its antonym is diminish — to make smaller or weaker.