SCAT Vocabulary: Synonyms and Antonyms 3 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Which word is most similar in meaning to ALACRITY?
- Slowness
- Eagerness (Correct answer)
- Sadness
- Confusion
Correct answer: Eagerness
Alacrity means brisk and cheerful readiness, making 'eagerness' the closest synonym.
Question 2: Which word is OPPOSITE in meaning to DILIGENT?
- Hardworking
- Careful
- Lazy (Correct answer)
- Thorough
Correct answer: Lazy
Diligent means showing steady, careful effort; its antonym is 'lazy,' meaning unwilling to work.
Question 3: Which word is most similar in meaning to VENERATE?
- Despise
- Revere (Correct answer)
- Ignore
- Question
Correct answer: Revere
Venerate means to regard with great respect and reverence, so 'revere' is the best synonym.
Question 4: Which word is OPPOSITE in meaning to OPULENT?
- Wealthy
- Lavish
- Modest (Correct answer)
- Extravagant
Correct answer: Modest
Opulent means ostentatiously rich and luxurious; its antonym is 'modest,' meaning plain and unassuming.
Question 5: Which word is most similar in meaning to IMPUDENT?
- Respectful
- Shy
- Insolent (Correct answer)
- Polite
Correct answer: Insolent
Impudent means not showing proper respect; 'insolent' carries the same meaning of rude disrespect.
Question 6: Which word is OPPOSITE in meaning to TRANQUIL?
- Peaceful
- Calm
- Agitated (Correct answer)
- Quiet
Correct answer: Agitated
Tranquil means free from disturbance; its antonym is 'agitated,' meaning troubled or nervous.
Question 7: Which word is most similar in meaning to VERBOSE?
- Concise
- Wordy (Correct answer)
- Silent
- Unclear
Correct answer: Wordy
Verbose means using far more words than needed, making 'wordy' the best synonym.
SCAT Vocabulary: Synonyms and Antonyms 3
Which word is most similar in meaning to ALACRITY?