NoRedInk Vocabulary in Context 5

Question 1

In the sentence 'Her *candid* feedback, though difficult to hear, helped him improve his presentation significantly,' *candid* means:

Accepted Answer

Truthful and straightforward

Answer

*Candid* means honest and direct; the fact that the feedback was 'difficult to hear' but helpful confirms its genuine honesty.

Question 2

'The *proliferation* of social media platforms in the 2010s changed how news spread globally.' *Proliferation* means:

Accepted Answer

Rapid increase in number

Answer

*Proliferation* means rapid growth or spread in number; many new platforms emerging fits this definition precisely.

Question 3

Which word is an ANTONYM of *archaic* as used in 'The archaic legal code had not been updated in over 200 years'?

Accepted Answer

Contemporary

Answer

*Archaic* means very old or outdated, so its antonym is *contemporary*, meaning current or modern.

Question 4

'The CEO's *decisive* action during the crisis — shutting down the plant within hours — prevented further injuries.' *Decisive* most nearly means:

Accepted Answer

Acting quickly and with clear determination

Answer

*Decisive* means characterized by firm, clear decisions; shutting down within hours shows speed and certainty.

Question 5

Read: 'The documentary took a *scathing* look at corporate practices, condemning every aspect of the supply chain.' *Scathing* means:

Accepted Answer

Severely critical

Answer

*Scathing* means witheringly harsh in criticism; 'condemning every aspect' confirms the intensity of the critique.

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