Deck 27 Flashcards
What is the primary meaning of ‘overly’?
Excessively or to an excessive degree; too much or more than necessary.
Provide a synonym for ‘overly’.
- Excessively
- Too
- Overabundantly
- Overmuch
- Extremely
What does ‘felicitous’ mean?
Well-suited or appropriate in a particular situation; marked by happiness or good fortune.
What is a synonym for ‘felicitous’?
- Appropriate
- Apt
- Suitable
- Well-chosen
- Happy
Define ‘soliloquy’.
A speech or discourse in which a character reveals their thoughts and feelings to the audience, often when alone on stage.
What is a secondary meaning of ‘soliloquy’?
A long, introspective speech or monologue by a person who is talking to themselves.
Provide a synonym for ‘soliloquy’.
- Monologue
- Speech
- Discourse
- Self-talk
- Reflection
What is the primary meaning of ‘oblige’?
To do a favor for someone; to accommodate or help someone by fulfilling their request or meeting their needs.
What is a secondary meaning of ‘oblige’?
To legally or morally bind or compel someone to do something.
Provide a synonym for ‘oblige’.
- Accommodate
- Assist
- Help
- Serve
- Aid
What does ‘underreport’ mean?
To report or record something as less than it actually is, often deliberately.
Provide a synonym for ‘underreport’.
- Minimize
- Downplay
- Understate
- Misrepresent
- Deceive
Define ‘puerile’.
Childish, immature, or juvenile in behavior, attitude, or speech.
Provide a synonym for ‘puerile’.
- Childish
- Immature
- Juvenile
- Infantile
- Adolescent
What does it mean to ‘stigmatize’?
To mark or characterize someone or something with disgrace, shame, or a negative label.
Provide a synonym for ‘stigmatize’.
- Brand
- Label
- Disgrace
- Shame
- Tarnish
What is the primary meaning of ‘implicit’?
Implied though not plainly expressed; understood without being stated directly.
What is a secondary meaning of ‘implicit’?
Contained or inherent in something as a necessary consequence.
Provide a synonym for ‘implicit’.
- Implied
- Indirect
- Inferred
- Suggested
- Tacit
What is the primary meaning of ‘miserly’?
Stingy, extremely frugal, or reluctant to spend money.
Provide a synonym for ‘miserly’.
- Stingy
- Tightfisted
- Penny-pinching
- Avaricious
- Greedy
Define ‘abound’.
To exist in large quantities or numbers; to be plentiful or overflowing.
Provide a synonym for ‘abound’.
- Overflow
- Teem
- Thrive
- Flourish
- Burst
What does ‘dismantle’ mean?
To take apart or disassemble something, especially a structure, system, or device.
What is a secondary meaning of ‘dismantle’?
To gradually break down or destroy the components of an organization or system.
Provide a synonym for ‘dismantle’.
- Disassemble
- Deconstruct
- Take apart
- Break down
- Demolish
Define ‘desiccate’.
To remove moisture from something; to dry out or dehydrate.
Provide a synonym for ‘desiccate’.
- Dehydrate
- Dry
- Drain
- Parch
- Wither
What is the primary meaning of ‘palpable’?
Capable of being touched or felt; tangible or physically perceptible.
Provide a synonym for ‘palpable’.
- Tangible
- Touchable
- Perceptible
- Noticeable
- Concrete
Define ‘blithe’.
Carefree and lighthearted in attitude or disposition; showing a cheerful indifference.
Provide a synonym for ‘blithe’.
- Carefree
- Cheerful
- Merry
- Happy-go-lucky
- Untroubled
What does ‘deceptive’ mean?
Giving a false or misleading impression; intending to deceive or mislead.
Provide a synonym for ‘deceptive’.
- Misleading
- False
- Dishonest
- Fraudulent
- Illusory
Define ‘ostentatious’.
Characterized by a vulgar or pretentious display, often to impress or attract attention.
Provide a synonym for ‘ostentatious’.
- Showy
- Flashy
- Pretentious
- Extravagant
- Flamboyant
What is the primary meaning of ‘feasible’?
Capable of being done, achieved, or accomplished; possible or practical.
Provide a synonym for ‘feasible’.
- Possible
- Practical
- Achievable
- Doable
- Realistic
What does ‘incontrovertible’ mean?
Impossible to dispute or deny; unquestionable and beyond doubt.
Provide a synonym for ‘incontrovertible’.
- Undeniable
- Indisputable
- Irrefutable
- Unquestionable
- Indubitable
Define ‘check’ in its primary meaning.
To examine or inspect something closely; to verify, control, or restrain.
What is a secondary meaning of ‘check’?
A mark, symbol, or action indicating a choice, endorsement, or verification.
Provide a synonym for ‘check’ in the context of inspection.
- Inspect
- Examine
- Review
- Verify
- Control
What does ‘pious’ mean?
Devoutly religious; exhibiting a deep reverence for religion and religious practices.
What is a secondary meaning of ‘pious’?
Exhibiting moral and ethical behavior, often with a sense of self-righteousness.
Provide a synonym for ‘pious’.
- Devout
- Religious
- Reverent
- God-fearing
- Faithful
Define ‘beguile’.
To charm, enchant, or deceive someone, often through flattery, persuasion, or cunning.
What is a secondary meaning of ‘beguile’?
To pass the time pleasantly, especially in a deceptive or distracting manner.
Provide a synonym for ‘beguile’.
- Charm
- Enchant
- Deceive
- Seduce
- Entice
What does ‘novel’ mean in its primary sense?
New and original; not previously known or experienced.
What is a secondary meaning of ‘novel’?
A fictional book, often of moderate length, that tells a story or narrative.
Provide a synonym for ‘novel’.
- New
- Original
- Innovative
- Fresh
- Unique
Define ‘diatribe’.
A forceful and bitter verbal attack or criticism against someone or something.
Provide a synonym for ‘diatribe’.
- Tirade
- Rant
- Harangue
- Invective
- Vitriol
What does ‘immaculate’ mean?
Perfectly clean, pure, or free from flaws; spotless or unblemished.
Provide a synonym for ‘immaculate’.
- Spotless
- Clean
- Pure
- Flawless
- Unblemished
Define ‘slander’.
The action of making a false spoken statement damaging to a person’s reputation.
Provide a synonym for ‘slander’.
- Defamation
- Libel
- Character assassination
- Calumny
- Vilification
What does ‘renounce’ mean?
To formally declare one’s abandonment or rejection of something, such as a belief, claim, or allegiance.
What is a secondary meaning of ‘renounce’?
To give up or relinquish a right, title, or possession voluntarily.
Provide a synonym for ‘renounce’.
- Reject
- Abandon
- Denounce
- Repudiate
- Forsake
What does ‘aghast’ mean?
Filled with shock, terror, or amazement, often to the point of being speechless or unable to react.
Provide a synonym for ‘aghast’.
- Shocked
- Horrified
- Stunned
- Appalled
- Dumbfounded
Define ‘mundane’.
Lacking interest or excitement; dull, ordinary, or commonplace.
Provide a synonym for ‘mundane’.
- Ordinary
- Dull
- Boring
- Routine
- Commonplace
What does ‘comprehensive’ mean?
Covering or including all aspects, elements, or subjects; complete and thorough.
Provide a synonym for ‘comprehensive’.
- Complete
- Thorough
- Exhaustive
- In-depth
- Full
Define ‘inimical’.
Tending to obstruct or harm; unfriendly, hostile, or adverse in nature.
Provide a synonym for ‘inimical’.
- Hostile
- Unfriendly
- Harmful
- Adverse
- Detrimental
What does ‘autonomous’ mean?
Having the freedom or capability to act independently; self-governing or self-regulating.
Provide a synonym for ‘autonomous’.
- Independent
- Self-governing
- Self-regulating
- Self-sufficient
- Self-contained
Define ‘caustic’.
Able to burn, corrode, or dissolve by chemical action; capable of causing irritation or sarcasm.
Provide a synonym for ‘caustic’.
- Corrosive
- Acidic
- Burning
- Irritant
- Astringent
What is a secondary meaning of ‘caustic’?
Sarcastic, cutting, biting, harsh, or sardonic.
Define ‘nettlesome’.
Causing annoyance or irritation; troublesome, bothersome, or vexing.
Provide a synonym for ‘nettlesome’.
- Annoying
- Irritating
- Troublesome
- Vexing
- Bothering
What does ‘belie’ mean?
To fail to give a true impression of something; to misrepresent or contradict the reality or appearance of.
Provide a synonym for ‘belie’.
- Contradict
- Misrepresent
- Disguise
- Mask
- Falsify
Define ‘aphorism’.
A concise and often witty or insightful statement or observation that expresses a general truth or principle.
Provide a synonym for ‘aphorism’.
- Maxim
- Saying
- Proverb
- Adage
- Epigram
What does ‘unalloyed’ mean?
Pure and complete; not mixed or diluted with anything else; undiluted or unadulterated.
Provide a synonym for ‘unalloyed’.
- Pure
- Complete
- Undiluted
- Unadulterated
- Absolute
What is the primary meaning of ‘aphorism’?
A concise statement or principle that expresses a general truth or observation.
Contextual Usage: ‘He often quoted aphorisms from famous philosophers to illustrate his point.’
List synonyms for ‘aphorism’.
- Maxim
- Saying
- Proverb
- Adage
- Epigram
What does ‘unalloyed’ mean?
Pure and complete; not mixed or diluted with anything else; undiluted or unadulterated.
Contextual Usage: ‘Her unalloyed joy at receiving the award was evident in her smile.’
List synonyms for ‘unalloyed’.
- Pure
- Complete
- Undiluted
- Unadulterated
- Absolute
Define ‘rhapsody’.
An effusively enthusiastic or ecstatic expression of feeling; a state of elated emotion.
Contextual Usage: ‘Her rhapsody of happiness was contagious, and everyone around her smiled.’
What is a secondary meaning of ‘rhapsody’?
A musical composition characterized by irregular, episodic form and an emotional and imaginative style.
Contextual Usage: ‘The pianist played a beautiful rhapsody that moved the audience to tears.’
List synonyms for ‘rhapsody’ (primary meaning).
- Ecstasy
- Elation
- Enthusiasm
- Delight
- Joy
List synonyms for ‘rhapsody’ (secondary meaning).
- Composition
- Piece
- Work
- Opus
- Sonata
What does ‘ironclad’ mean?
Extremely strong and resistant to damage; often used metaphorically to describe something that is very secure or well-protected.
Contextual Usage: ‘The contract had an ironclad guarantee that ensured the product’s quality.’
What is a secondary meaning of ‘ironclad’?
A type of warship protected by iron or steel armor.
Contextual Usage: ‘The ironclad sailed into battle, its armor protecting it from enemy fire.’
List synonyms for ‘ironclad’ (primary meaning).
- Impenetrable
- Unbreakable
- Secure
- Strong
- Indestructible
List synonyms for ‘ironclad’ (secondary meaning).
- Warship
- Battleship
- Naval vessel
- Armored ship
- Iron-plated ship
Define ‘sham’.
Something that is fake, false, or intended to deceive; a counterfeit or imitation.
Contextual Usage: ‘The antique vase turned out to be a sham, not an original.’
List synonyms for ‘sham’.
- Fake
- Fraud
- Counterfeit
- Imitation
- Pretend
What is the primary meaning of ‘sophist’?
A person who uses clever but deceptive arguments to persuade or deceive others; often associated with the practice of sophistry.
Contextual Usage: ‘He was known as a cunning sophist, always finding ways to win debates regardless of the truth.’
List synonyms for ‘sophist’.
- Deceiver
- Manipulator
- Casuist
- Disingenuous arguer
- Fallacy user
What does ‘abrasive’ mean?
Having a rough, harsh, or abrasive texture; causing friction or irritation when rubbed against something.
Contextual Usage: ‘The abrasive surface of the sandpaper is used for smoothing wood.’
List synonyms for ‘abrasive’.
- Rough
- Coarse
- Gritty
- Scratchy
- Harsh
Define ‘refute’.
To prove a statement or argument to be false or incorrect by providing evidence or valid reasons; to disprove.
Contextual Usage: ‘He was able to refute the accusations against him with concrete evidence.’
List synonyms for ‘refute’.
- Disprove
- Dispute
- Contradict
- Invalidate
- Challenge
What does ‘swindle’ mean?
To deceive or cheat someone, often by using fraudulent schemes or false promises, to obtain money, goods, or services dishonestly.
Contextual Usage: ‘He swindled investors out of millions of dollars with a Ponzi scheme.’
List synonyms for ‘swindle’.
- Deceive
- Cheat
- Defraud
- Scam
- Trick
Define ‘decipher’.
To convert a code, message, or other encoded information into ordinary language; to decode or interpret.
Contextual Usage: ‘The cryptanalyst was able to decipher the enemy’s secret code.’
What is a secondary meaning of ‘decipher’?
To understand or interpret something that is difficult or mysterious.
Contextual Usage: ‘It took him a while to decipher the meaning of the ancient hieroglyphics.’
List synonyms for ‘decipher’ (primary meaning).
- Decode
- Decrypt
- Translate
- Interpret
- Figure out
List synonyms for ‘decipher’ (secondary meaning).
- Understand
- Interpret
- Solve
- Decypher
- Make sense of
What does ‘farsighted’ mean?
Able to see distant objects more clearly than those nearby; having good vision for objects at a distance.
Contextual Usage: ‘His farsightedness allowed him to spot the ship on the horizon long before others could.’
What is a secondary meaning of ‘farsighted’?
Able to anticipate or plan for the future; having the ability to make wise and forward-thinking decisions.
Contextual Usage: ‘As a farsighted leader, he invested in technology that would benefit the company in the long run.’
List synonyms for ‘farsighted’ (primary meaning).
- Hyperopic
- Long-sighted
- Visionary
- Future-oriented
- Anticipatory
List synonyms for ‘farsighted’ (secondary meaning).
- Forward-thinking
- Prescient
- Strategic
- Forward-looking
- Insightful
Define ‘immure’.
To enclose or confine someone against their will, often within a wall or structure; to imprison or isolate.
Contextual Usage: ‘The king decided to immure the traitor in the dungeon for life.’
What is a secondary meaning of ‘immure’?
To become enclosed or confined within a space or structure.
Contextual Usage: ‘The explorers accidentally immured themselves in the ancient tomb.’
List synonyms for ‘immure’.
- Imprison
- Confine
- Incarcerate
- Lock up
- Isolate
What does ‘painstaking’ mean?
Involving great care, effort, and attention to detail; meticulous and thorough.
Contextual Usage: ‘The artist’s painstaking work on the portrait resulted in a masterpiece.’
List synonyms for ‘painstaking’.
- Meticulous
- Thorough
- Careful
- Diligent
- Attentive
Define ‘attainment’.
The act of achieving or reaching a goal, objective, or level of success; the result of one’s efforts.
Contextual Usage: ‘Her attainment of a PhD was the culmination of years of hard work and dedication.’
List synonyms for ‘attainment’.
- Achievement
- Accomplishment
- Realization
- Success
- Fulfillment
What does ‘opaque’ mean?
Not allowing light to pass through; not transparent or translucent; difficult to see through or understand.
Contextual Usage: ‘The windows were opaque, providing privacy from the outside.’
What is a secondary meaning of ‘opaque’?
Difficult to understand.
Contextual Usage: ‘The meaning of his poem was so opaque that no one could decipher it.’
List synonyms for ‘opaque’.
- Non-transparent
- Cloudy
- Hazy
- Impenetrable
- Obscure
