Vocabulary List 4 - Part 1
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What is the antonym of the word 'abject'?

  • Miserable
  • Normality (correct)
  • Obscure
  • Stubborn
  • The word 'abjure' means to accept a belief or claim.

    False

    What is the definition of 'abrogate'?

    To repeal or do away with (a law, right, or formal agreement); evade responsibility.

    To leave hurriedly and secretly to avoid detection is to __________.

    <p>abscond</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following words with their definitions:

    <p>Accede = Agree to a request or treaty Admonish = Warn or reprimand firmly Accretion = Growth through gradual collection Acumen = Insight in making good judgments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which word describes someone who is very firm in their opinions and refuses to change?

    <p>Adamant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The synonym of 'acumen' is 'ignorance'.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An example of an act of rejecting something is __________.

    <p>abnegation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'adverse' mean?

    <p>Unfavorable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An advocate is someone who opposes a particular cause or policy.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the verb 'aggrandize' refer to?

    <p>To increase power, status, or wealth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A person who is described as _____ has a large amount of money.

    <p>affluent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following words with their meanings:

    <p>Adumbrate = To foreshadow or symbolize Alacrity = Brisk and cheerful readiness Alias = Another term or synonym Advocate = A person who supports a cause</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Vocabulary List 4 - Part 1

    • Aberration: Different from the norm; synonyms: deviation; antonyms: normality
    • Abject: (Of something bad) experienced or present to the maximum degree; synonyms: miserable; antonyms: proud
    • Abjure: Solemnly renounce (a belief, cause, or claim); synonyms: retract; antonyms: accept
    • Abnegation: The act of renouncing or rejecting something; synonyms: self-denial; antonyms: acceptance
    • Abrogate: Repeal or do away with (a law, right, or formal agreement); synonyms: revoke; antonyms: institute
    • Abscond: Leave hurriedly and secretly, typically to avoid detection or arrest; synonyms: flee; antonyms: stay
    • Abstruse: Difficult to understand; synonyms: obscure; antonyms: clear
    • Accede (to): Agree to a demand, request, or treaty; synonyms: consent; antonyms: refuse
    • Accost: Approach and address (someone) boldly or aggressively; synonyms: confront; antonyms: ignore
    • Accretion: The process of growth or increase, typically by the gradual collection of layers or matter; synonyms: accumulation; antonyms: reduction
    • Acumen: The ability to make good judgments and quick decisions, typically in a particular domain; synonyms: insight; antonyms: ignorance
    • Adamant: Refusing to be persuaded or to change one's mind; synonyms: stubborn; antonyms: flexible
    • Admonish: Warn or reprimand someone firmly; synonyms: caution; antonyms: commend

    Vocabulary List 4 - Part 2

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    Test your knowledge with Vocabulary List 4 - Part 1, featuring a selection of challenging words along with their definitions, synonyms, and antonyms. Explore the nuances of vocabulary as you identify meanings and uses of various terms. Perfect for enhancing your language skills!

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