DSAT DSAT Vocabulary and Words in Context 2

Question 1

In 'The governor's laconic speech disappointed reporters hoping for details,' 'laconic' most nearly means:

Accepted Answer

Brief and concise

Answer

Laconic means using very few words, often to the point of seeming rude or mysterious.

Question 2

Which definition of 'novel' applies in 'The researchers proposed a novel approach to treating the disease'?

Accepted Answer

New and original

Answer

As an adjective, 'novel' means new and not resembling something formerly known or used.

Question 3

The word 'tenuous' in 'The connection between the two events is tenuous at best' most nearly means:

Accepted Answer

Weak and insubstantial

Answer

Tenuous means very weak or slight, lacking a firm basis.

Question 4

In the context 'Despite criticism, the artist remained sanguine about the reception of her work,' 'sanguine' most nearly means:

Accepted Answer

Optimistic and positive

Answer

Sanguine means optimistic, especially in a difficult situation.

Question 5

The word 'nominal' in 'The fee for the service was nominal, barely covering costs' most nearly means:

Accepted Answer

Very small or token

Answer

Nominal in this context means trifling or very small compared to the real value.

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