Nelson-Denny Reading Test Reading Vocabulary: Synonyms in Context 4

Question 1

The ANTAGONIST in the story constantly undermined the hero's plans. ANTAGONIST means most nearly:

Accepted Answer

opponent

Answer

ANTAGONIST means a person who actively opposes another; opponent is the closest synonym.

Question 2

The company's decision to RELOCATE was met with resistance from long-time employees. RELOCATE means most nearly:

Accepted Answer

move

Answer

RELOCATE means to move to a new place; move is the closest synonym.

Question 3

The ELOQUENT speaker held the audience's attention throughout the ceremony. ELOQUENT means most nearly:

Accepted Answer

articulate

Answer

ELOQUENT means fluent and persuasive in speaking; articulate is the closest synonym.

Question 4

Critics praised the film for its POIGNANT portrayal of loss and recovery. POIGNANT means most nearly:

Accepted Answer

moving

Answer

POIGNANT means evoking a keen sense of sadness or tenderness; moving is the closest synonym.

Question 5

The NEGLIGENT driver failed to stop at the red light, causing an accident. NEGLIGENT means most nearly:

Accepted Answer

careless

Answer

NEGLIGENT means failing to take proper care; careless is the closest synonym.

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