Verbal Ability: Synonyms & Antonyms Flashcards

Choose the word most similar in meaning to ALACRITY.

Answer: Eagerness

Alacrity means brisk and cheerful readiness, so 'eagerness' is its closest synonym.

Choose the ANTONYM of FRUGAL.

Answer: Extravagant

Frugal means sparing in use of resources; its antonym is extravagant, meaning wastefully lavish.

Choose the word most similar in meaning to LOQUACIOUS.

Answer: Talkative

Loquacious means tending to talk a great deal, making 'talkative' the best synonym.

Choose the ANTONYM of LUCID.

Answer: Obscure

Lucid means expressed clearly; its antonym is obscure, meaning unclear or difficult to understand.

Choose the word most similar in meaning to OPULENT.

Answer: Lavish

Opulent means ostentatiously rich and luxurious, so 'lavish' is its closest synonym.

Choose the ANTONYM of TRANSIENT.

Answer: Permanent

Transient means lasting only a short time; its antonym is permanent, meaning lasting indefinitely.

Choose the word most similar in meaning to CANDID.

Answer: Frank

Candid means truthful and straightforward, making 'frank' its closest synonym.