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Vocabulary & Word Meaning Comprehension Flashcards

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  1. Which word is closest in meaning to 'TENACIOUS'?

    Answer: Persistent

    Tenacious means holding firmly to something; persistent is its closest synonym.

  2. The word 'AMBIGUOUS' most nearly means:

    Answer: Open to multiple interpretations

    Ambiguous describes something that can be understood in more than one way.

  3. If something is described as 'EPHEMERAL,' it is:

    Answer: Short-lived

    Ephemeral means lasting for only a brief time.

  4. Choose the word most opposite in meaning to 'LOQUACIOUS':

    Answer: Reserved

    Loquacious means very talkative, so reserved (quiet) is its antonym.

  5. Which pair of words are closest in meaning?

    Answer: Benevolent / Charitable

    Both benevolent and charitable describe a generous, kind-hearted disposition.

  6. The prefix 'TRANS-' in the word 'TRANSPORT' conveys which meaning?

    Answer: Across or beyond

    Trans- means across or beyond, so transport means to carry across.

  7. A person described as 'PRAGMATIC' is best characterized as:

    Answer: Practical and realistic

    Pragmatic means dealing with things sensibly and realistically rather than theoretically.