Picat Word Knowledge 5 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: The word ARBITRARY most nearly means:
- deliberate
- random (Correct answer)
- careful
- lawful
Correct answer: random
Arbitrary means based on random choice or personal whim rather than any reason or system.
Question 2: The word DEPLETE most nearly means:
- increase
- exhaust (Correct answer)
- collect
- preserve
Correct answer: exhaust
Deplete means to use up the supply or resources of something.
Question 3: The word DURABLE most nearly means:
- fragile
- costly
- long-lasting (Correct answer)
- lightweight
Correct answer: long-lasting
Durable means able to withstand wear, pressure, or damage; hard-wearing and long-lasting.
Question 4: The word ELOQUENT most nearly means:
- silent
- fluent (Correct answer)
- confused
- rude
Correct answer: fluent
Eloquent means fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing.
Question 5: The word AMBIGUOUS most nearly means:
- definite
- unclear (Correct answer)
- honest
- simple
Correct answer: unclear
Ambiguous means open to more than one interpretation; not having one obvious meaning.
Question 6: The word RESCIND most nearly means:
- issue
- cancel (Correct answer)
- extend
- enforce
Correct answer: cancel
Rescind means to revoke, cancel, or repeal a law, order, or agreement.
Question 7: The word NOTORIOUS most nearly means:
- unknown
- famous for something bad (Correct answer)
- respected
- generous
Correct answer: famous for something bad
Notorious means famous or well-known, typically for some bad quality or deed.
Picat Word Knowledge 5
The word ARBITRARY most nearly means: