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What is a synonym for wasting resources extravagantly?
What is a synonym for wasting resources extravagantly?
Which of the following terms describes rude or impolite behavior?
Which of the following terms describes rude or impolite behavior?
Select the term that means strict or harsh policies.
Select the term that means strict or harsh policies.
Which word refers to strong dislike or hostility?
Which word refers to strong dislike or hostility?
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What does it mean to be indecisive or prone to changing opinions?
What does it mean to be indecisive or prone to changing opinions?
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Identify a synonym for someone who is morally dishonest.
Identify a synonym for someone who is morally dishonest.
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Which term best describes something that is annoying or bothersome?
Which term best describes something that is annoying or bothersome?
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Select the term that implies a reduction in intensity.
Select the term that implies a reduction in intensity.
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What does the term 'languid' most closely imply?
What does the term 'languid' most closely imply?
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Which word best describes a strong tendency toward something?
Which word best describes a strong tendency toward something?
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The word 'munificent' is primarily associated with which of the following?
The word 'munificent' is primarily associated with which of the following?
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Which of the following words means to cancel or invalidate?
Which of the following words means to cancel or invalidate?
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What does 'callow' refer to in terms of experience?
What does 'callow' refer to in terms of experience?
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Which of the following means to make something worse by adding harmful substances?
Which of the following means to make something worse by adding harmful substances?
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What does 'tranquil' primarily describe?
What does 'tranquil' primarily describe?
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Which word signifies a fleeting or temporary existence?
Which word signifies a fleeting or temporary existence?
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Study Notes
Synonyms and Definitions
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Squander/Dissipate/Prodigal/Profligate: To waste time, money, or resources recklessly.
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Boorish/Churlish/Puerile: Rude, impolite, or childish behavior.
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Austere/Stringent/Draconian: Strict, severe, or harsh in approach, often in rules or policies.
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Pugnacious/Belligerent/Irascible/Fractious: Easily angered, eager to fight or argue, or prone to irritability.
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Animosity/Antipathy/Enmity/Loathe/Virulence/Malevolence/Aversion: Strong dislike or hatred; ill-will or hostility.
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Irresolute/Fickle/Ambivalent/Vacillating/Capricious/Indecisive: Indecisive or uncertain, often changing opinions or decisions.
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Unprincipled/Corrupt/Reprobate/Venal: Morally wrong, dishonest, or willing to do anything for personal gain.
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Nettlesome/Irksome/Vexing: Annoying or bothersome.
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Relent/Mitigate/Alleviate/Subside: To lessen, reduce, or become less intense.
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Laudible/Meritorious/Admirable/Approbation/Acclaim/Tout/Estimable: Worthy of praise or admiration.
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Tenuous/Brittle/Frail/Feeble: Weak, fragile, or lacking strength.
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Scrupulous/Pedantic/Meticulous: Careful, precise, and attentive to detail.
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Industrious/Onerous/Relentless/Debilitating/Enervating/Indefatigable/Arduous/Languid/Torpid: Hard-working, persistent, requiring great effort, Slow, lacking energy, or weak in movement.
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Proclivity/Inclined/Penchant/Predilection: A strong liking or tendency toward something.
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Munificent/Surplus/Extraneous/Superfluous: Generous, excessive, or more than necessary.
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Lugubrious/Grievance/Crestfallen/Entrenched/Ingrained: Looking sad, mournful, or full of sorrow, Firmly established or difficult to change.
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Quash/Annul/Nullify: To cancel, invalidate, or make something no longer valid.
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Callow/Naive/Innocuous/Benign/Artless: Inexperienced, innocent, or harmless.
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Decry/Deprecate/Defame/Slander/Aspersion/Denigrate/Calumny: To criticize or speak badly about someone or something, often unfairly.
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Adulterate/Vitiate: To make something impure or worse by adding harmful substances.
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Contend/Squabble/Quarrel/Contretemps/Imbroglio/Anomalous/Aberrant/Unorthodox/Heterodox/Incongruous: To argue or fight, often over minor issues or misunderstandings, Not normal or deviating from what is expected.
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Largesse/Benevolence/Altruism: Generosity, kindness, and a desire to help others.
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Transient/Evanescent/Ephemeral/Momentary/Temporal: Lasting for only a short time; temporary.
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Panache/Flamboyance/Modish/Tranquil/Placid/Lulling/Pacify/Propitiate/Beguile/Inveigle/Dupe/Gouge: Style, flair, or showy elegance, calm, peaceful, and soothing, to deceive or trick someone, often.
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Adept/Adroit/Deft/Artful/Ingenious: Skilled, clever, or good at handling tasks or situations.
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Humdrum/Insipid/Banal/Hackneyed/Vapid/Mundane: Dull, boring, or lacking excitement or originality.
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Parsimonious/Miserly/Avaricious: Extremely frugal, selfish, or greedy with money.
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Wary/Chary/Circumspect: Cautious or careful, often avoiding risks.
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Pertinacious/Obstinate/Obdurate/Dogged/Headstrong: Stubborn, determined, and unwilling to give up or change.
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Sagacious/Astute/Prudent/Judicious/Perspicacious: Wise, insightful, or able to make good decisions.
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Test your knowledge of advanced synonyms and their meanings with this engaging quiz. This quiz covers a wide range of words that express various shades of meaning. Challenge yourself to identify the correct synonyms and enhance your vocabulary.
