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1
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What is the meaning of ‘ameliorate’?

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To make something better or improve.

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True or False: ‘Ubiquitous’ means existing everywhere.

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True.

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3
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Fill in the blank: ‘The author’s __________ style captivated the audience.’

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eloquent

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What does ‘cogent’ mean?

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Clear, logical, and convincing.

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Multiple Choice: What does ‘dichotomy’ refer to? A) A division into two parts B) A type of argument C) A literary device

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A) A division into two parts.

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What is the definition of ‘meticulous’?

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Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise.

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True or False: ‘Ephemeral’ means lasting for a long time.

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False.

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Fill in the blank: ‘His argument was __________ and difficult to refute.’

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irrefutable

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What does ‘juxtaposition’ mean?

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The fact of two things being seen or placed close together for contrasting effect.

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Multiple Choice: Which word means ‘to criticize severely’? A) Exonerate B) Castigate C) Alleviate

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B) Castigate.

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What is the meaning of ‘paradox’?

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A statement that contradicts itself but may reveal a truth.

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True or False: ‘Prolific’ means producing a lot of work or results.

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True.

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Fill in the blank: ‘The __________ of the novel made it a classic.’

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profoundness

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What does ‘synthesize’ mean?

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To combine a number of things into a coherent whole.

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Multiple Choice: Which word is synonymous with ‘ambiguous’? A) Clear B) Vague C) Obvious

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B) Vague.

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What is the definition of ‘conundrum’?

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A confusing and difficult problem or question.

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True or False: ‘Nefarious’ means morally right.

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False.

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18
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Fill in the blank: ‘Her __________ approach to the subject was refreshing.’

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innovative

19
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What does ‘resilient’ mean?

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Able to withstand or recover quickly from difficult conditions.

20
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Multiple Choice: Which word means ‘to support or strengthen’? A) Bolster B) Diminish C) Undermine

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A) Bolster.

21
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What is the meaning of ‘ambivalent’?

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Having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something or someone.

22
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True or False: ‘Ineffable’ means something that can be expressed in words.

A

False.

23
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Fill in the blank: ‘The __________ of her arguments made them compelling.’

A

coherence

24
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What does ‘tenacious’ mean?

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Holding fast; characterized by keeping a firm hold.

25
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Multiple Choice: What does ‘quintessential’ mean? A) Most perfect example B) Unusual C) Commonplace

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A) Most perfect example.

26
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What is the definition of ‘anecdote’?

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A short amusing or interesting story about a real incident or person.

27
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True or False: ‘Sycophant’ refers to a person who acts obsequiously to someone important in order to gain advantage.

A

True.

28
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Fill in the blank: ‘His __________ was evident in his thorough research.’

A

diligence

29
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What does ‘candid’ mean?

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Truthful and straightforward; frank.

30
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Multiple Choice: Which word means ‘to make something less severe’? A) Mitigate B) Exacerbate C) Intensify

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A) Mitigate.

31
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What is the meaning of ‘altruistic’?

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Showing a selfless concern for the well-being of others.

32
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True or False: ‘Plausible’ means believable or reasonable.

A

True.

33
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Fill in the blank: ‘The __________ of the event was highlighted in the report.’

A

significance

34
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What does ‘emulate’ mean?

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To match or surpass a person or achievement, typically by imitation.

35
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Multiple Choice: Which word means ‘to express disapproval’? A) Condone B) Critique C) Praise

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B) Critique.

36
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What is the definition of ‘innate’?

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Inborn; natural.

37
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True or False: ‘Cursory’ means done with attention to detail.

A

False.

38
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Fill in the blank: ‘She had a __________ understanding of the subject matter.’

A

comprehensive

39
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What does ‘ubiquitous’ mean?

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Present, appearing, or found everywhere.

40
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Multiple Choice: Which word means ‘to clarify’? A) Obfuscate B) Elucidate C) Confound

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B) Elucidate.

41
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What is the meaning of ‘resonate’?

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To evoke a feeling of shared emotion or belief.

42
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True or False: ‘Voracious’ means having a strong desire for something.

A

True.

43
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Fill in the blank: ‘His __________ contributions to the project were invaluable.’

A

significant

44
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What does ‘metaphor’ mean?

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A figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to an object or action to which it is not literally applicable.

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