Word Knowledge: Vocabulary in Context Flashcards

The soldier's TENACIOUS grip on the rope prevented him from falling. TENACIOUS most nearly means:

Answer: Persistent and firm

Tenacious means holding firmly or refusing to let go, showing persistence and determination.

The commander gave an EXPLICIT order about where to set up camp. EXPLICIT most nearly means:

Answer: Clearly stated

Explicit means stated clearly and in detail, leaving no room for ambiguity.

The recruit's APATHY toward training concerned the sergeant. APATHY most nearly means:

Answer: Lack of interest

Apathy is a lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern about something.

The new policy was designed to be EQUITABLE for all service members. EQUITABLE most nearly means:

Answer: Fair and just

Equitable means fair and impartial, treating everyone equally.

The briefing provided only CURSORY information about the mission. CURSORY most nearly means:

Answer: Hasty and superficial

Cursory means performed quickly with little attention to detail.

The general's decision was considered PRUDENT given the situation. PRUDENT most nearly means:

Answer: Wise and careful

Prudent means acting with care and thought for the future consequences.

The troop's COHESION was evident in how well they worked together. COHESION most nearly means:

Answer: Unity and togetherness

Cohesion is the state of sticking together or working as a unified group.