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Vocabulary & Word Meaning Comprehension Flashcards

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  1. Which word most nearly means 'ARDUOUS'?

    Answer: Strenuous

    Arduous means requiring a lot of effort; strenuous is its closest synonym.

  2. The word 'REPUDIATE' most nearly means:

    Answer: Reject or disown

    Repudiate means to refuse to accept or be associated with something.

  3. Which sentence uses a context clue to define 'FRUGAL'?

    Answer: He was frugal, never spending a penny more than absolutely necessary.

    The clause 'never spending a penny more than absolutely necessary' directly defines frugal as economical.

  4. What does the prefix 'MONO-' mean in the word 'MONOLINGUAL'?

    Answer: One

    Mono- means one; monolingual describes someone who speaks only one language.

  5. Which word is closest in meaning to 'METICULOUS'?

    Answer: Thorough

    Meticulous means showing great attention to detail, similar to thorough.

  6. The word 'DISPARATE' describes things that are:

    Answer: Fundamentally different

    Disparate means essentially different in kind; not allowing comparison.

  7. On the MLAT, strong vocabulary skills help because:

    Answer: They support comprehension of new words encountered in an unfamiliar language

    The MLAT tests aptitude for learning languages; vocabulary skills aid in decoding unfamiliar words through roots and context.