HSPT Vocabulary 1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Which word is a synonym for 'benevolent'?
- Cruel
- Kind (Correct answer)
- Stingy
- Timid
Correct answer: Kind
Benevolent means well-meaning and kindly, so 'kind' is the closest synonym.
Question 2: What is an antonym of 'ephemeral'?
- Temporary
- Fleeting
- Permanent (Correct answer)
- Brief
Correct answer: Permanent
Ephemeral means lasting for only a short time, so its antonym is 'permanent.'
Question 3: What does the word 'gregarious' mean?
- Shy and introverted
- Fond of company; sociable (Correct answer)
- Fierce and aggressive
- Careful and methodical
Correct answer: Fond of company; sociable
Gregarious describes a person who enjoys being in crowds and socializing with others.
Question 4: Which word is a synonym for 'diligent'?
- Lazy
- Careless
- Hardworking (Correct answer)
- Reckless
Correct answer: Hardworking
Diligent means having or showing care and conscientiousness in one's work, which is the same as being hardworking.
Question 5: What does the word 'lucid' mean?
- Confusing and unclear
- Dark and shadowy
- Clear and easy to understand (Correct answer)
- Complex and difficult
Correct answer: Clear and easy to understand
Lucid means expressed clearly and easy to understand, or having a clear mind.
Question 6: Which word is an antonym of 'verbose'?
- Wordy
- Talkative
- Lengthy
- Concise (Correct answer)
Correct answer: Concise
Verbose means using more words than necessary, so its antonym is 'concise,' meaning brief and to the point.
Question 7: What does the word 'apprehensive' mean?
- Confident and assured
- Excited and eager
- Anxious or worried about the future (Correct answer)
- Amused and entertained
Correct answer: Anxious or worried about the future
Apprehensive means feeling anxiety or worry about a possible future event.
HSPT Vocabulary 1
Which word is a synonym for 'benevolent'?