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Verbal Expression: Synonym and Context Clues Flashcards

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  1. Which word is closest in meaning to INDIFFERENT?

    Answer: Apathetic

    Indifferent means having no particular interest or sympathy; apathetic is the closest synonym.

  2. The soldier's TENACITY during the long march impressed his commanding officer. What does TENACITY mean?

    Answer: Persistence

    Tenacity means persistent determination, fitting a soldier who keeps going despite hardship.

  3. Which word is a synonym for VAGUE?

    Answer: Ambiguous

    Vague means unclear or uncertain in meaning; ambiguous shares this sense of lacking clarity.

  4. After the argument, the two recruits remained HOSTILE toward each other. What does HOSTILE mean?

    Answer: Antagonistic

    Hostile means unfriendly and aggressive; the context of an unresolved argument confirms antagonism.

  5. Which word is closest in meaning to CONCISE?

    Answer: Brief

    Concise means giving a lot of information clearly and briefly; brief is its closest synonym.

  6. The general's PROCLAMATION was posted on every bulletin board. What does PROCLAMATION mean?

    Answer: Announcement

    A proclamation is an official public announcement, fitting posting on bulletin boards for all to see.

  7. Which word is a synonym for AMPLE?

    Answer: Sufficient

    Ample means more than enough; sufficient is the closest match among the choices.