Question 1

What does 'benign' mean?

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Kind and gentle

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Indifferent and uncaring

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Harmful and dangerous

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Angry and aggressive

Question 2

What does 'initiative' mean?

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The ability to act or take charge before others do

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A result or consequence

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A task that needs to be completed

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A plan or proposal

Question 3

What does 'usurp' mean?

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To take a position of power or importance illegally or by force

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To share power and responsibility with others

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To give up a position of authority willingly

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To conquer through negotiation

Question 4

What does 'concise' mean?

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Expressing or covering much in few words

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Unclear and confusing

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Repetitive and lengthy

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Lacking in details and information

Question 5

What does 'petulant' mean?

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Childishly sulky or bad-tempered

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Confident and assertive

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Friendly and cheerful

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Thoughtful and considerate

Question 6

What does 'eddy' mean?

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A circular movement of water, wind, or other forces

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A violent storm with strong winds

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A large body of water such as an ocean

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A long, narrow waterway with steep sides

Question 7

What does 'adamant' mean?

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Refusing to be persuaded or to change one's mind

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Easily swayed by others' arguments

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Open to different opinions and suggestions

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Indifferent towards making decisions

Question 8

What does 'respite' mean?

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A short period of rest or relief from something difficult or unpleasant

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A prolonged and continuous period of work or activity

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A feeling of extreme joy or happiness

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A sudden increase in intensity or severity

Question 9

What does 'conspicuous' mean?

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Easily seen or noticed

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Hidden or camouflaged

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Unpredictable and surprising

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Quiet and discreet

Question 10

What does 'succumb' mean?

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To yield to a superior force or overpowering desire

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To collaborate and work together with others

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To resist with determination and strength

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To seek guidance and support from someone

Question 11

What does 'teem' mean?

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To be full of or swarming with

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To be empty or devoid of

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To be scattered or spread out

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To be transparent or see-through

Question 12

What does 'exuberant' mean?

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Full of energy, excitement, and enthusiasm

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Reserved and quiet

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Lacking in motivation and interest

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Feeling tired and lethargic

Question 13

What does 'despondent' mean?

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Feeling sad, discouraged, and hopeless

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Feeling excited, enthusiastic, and inspired

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Feeling happy, motivated, and optimistic

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Feeling angry, frustrated, and resentful

Question 14

What does 'subordinate' mean?

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Lower in rank or position

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Equal in status and authority

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Uninterested in following directions

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Fully in charge and leading others

Question 15

What does 'mandatory' mean?

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Required by law or rules; compulsory

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Encouraged but not necessary

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Optional and voluntary

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Suggested as a good idea but not enforced

Question 16

What does 'foolhardy' mean?

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Recklessly bold or rash

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Cautiously thoughtful and careful

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Timid and fearful of taking risks

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Indecisive and unsure of oneself

Question 17

What does 'furtive' mean?

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Attempting to avoid notice or attention; secretive

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Being generous and kind towards others

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Clearly communicating ideas and thoughts

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Openly displaying emotions and intentions

Question 18

What does 'shrewd' mean?

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Having or showing sharp powers of judgment; astute

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Arrogant and dismissive of others' opinions

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Lacking intelligence and understanding

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Impulsive and careless in decision-making

Question 19

What does 'longevity' mean?

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Long life or the length of time that something lasts

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A sudden and unexpected event

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A short period of time

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A condition of poor health

Question 20

What does 'impulsive' mean?

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Acting or done without forethought or planning

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Carefully thought out and premeditated

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Consistently calm and composed

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Strict and uncompromising in decision-making

Question 21

What does 'malleable' mean?

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Capable of being shaped or molded; easily influenced or controlled

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Difficult to work with or form into shapes

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Unable to adapt to new situations or ideas

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Resistant to change or manipulation

Question 22

What does 'profound' mean?

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Having great depth or seriousness

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Loud and boisterous

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Superficial and shallow

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Constant and unchanging

Question 23

What does 'exasperate' mean?

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To irritate or annoy greatly

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To calm and soothe

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To praise and commend

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To entertain and amuse

Question 24

What does 'undulate' mean?

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To move with a smooth, wavelike motion

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To spin rapidly in circles

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To remain completely still and motionless

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To jump and bounce erratically

Question 25

What does 'threadbare' mean?

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Worn out and shabby in appearance

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Rough and coarse to the touch

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Smooth and polished in texture

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Brightly colored and fashionable

Question 26

What does 'erratic' mean?

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Not even or regular in pattern or movement; unpredictable

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Consistent and reliable in behavior

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Carefully planned and coordinated

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Stable and steadfast in decisions

Question 27

What does 'haughty' mean?

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Arrogantly superior and disdainful

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Shy and reserved

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Humble and modest

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Friendly and approachable

Question 28

What does 'squalor' mean?

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A state of being extremely dirty and unpleasant, especially as a result of poverty or neglect

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A situation filled with happiness and joy

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A condition of being spotlessly clean and organized

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A place with luxurious and extravagant features

Question 29

What does 'pervasive' mean?

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Spreading widely throughout an area or group

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Remaining confined to a small space or group

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Rapidly changing and fluctuating

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Temporarily present and easily overlooked

Question 30

What does 'audacious' mean?

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Showing a willingness to take bold risks; showing confidence or daring

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Showing timidity and fearfulness

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Showing reluctance and unwillingness

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Showing hesitation and indecisiveness

Question 31

What does 'assimilate' mean?

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To absorb and integrate into a wider society or culture

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To separate and isolate oneself from others

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To mimic and imitate the behaviors of others

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To challenge and question existing beliefs

Question 32

What does 'sully' mean?

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To damage the purity or integrity of; to tarnish or besmirch

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To protect and preserve something carefully

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To forgive and forget past mistakes

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To enhance or improve the quality of something

Question 33

What does 'implore' mean?

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To beg earnestly or desperately

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To demand forcefully and authoritatively

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To express agreement or approval openly

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To advise or suggest politely

Question 34

What does 'monotonous' mean?

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Dull, tedious, and repetitious; lacking in variety and interest

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Carefully planned and well-organized

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Lively and dynamic; constantly changing

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Exciting and engaging; full of surprises

Question 35

What does 'concede' mean?

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To admit that something is true or valid after first denying or resisting it

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To argue and oppose a decision or idea

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To ignore and disregard important information

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To question and challenge the authenticity of something

Question 36

What does 'gnarled' mean?

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Knobby, twisted, and rugged, especially with age

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Smooth and straight in texture

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Brisk and lively in movement

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Soft and delicate to the touch

Question 37

What does 'havoc' mean?

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Widespread destruction and devastation

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Complete peace and harmony

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Productive and efficient progress

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Energetic and lively atmosphere

Question 38

What does 'telltale' mean?

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Revealing or indicating something

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Unreliable and misleading

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Outdated and irrelevant

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Mysterious and ambiguous

Question 39

What does 'abate' mean?

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To become less intense or widespread; to diminish

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To remain constant and unchanging; to persist

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To improve or enhance; to boost

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To increase in intensity or severity; to escalate

Question 40

What does 'transgression' mean?

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An act that goes against a law, rule, or code of conduct; a violation

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An achievement or success

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An opportunity for growth and development

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An act of kindness and generosity

Question 41

What does 'pensive' mean?

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Engaged in deep or serious thought

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Eager and enthusiastic

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Indifferent and apathetic

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Busy and occupied with tasks

Question 42

What does 'elusive' mean?

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Difficult to find, catch, or achieve

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Stable and predictable in behavior

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Easily attainable and accessible

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Transparent and clearly visible

Question 43

What does 'rueful' mean?

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Expressing sorrow or regret in a slightly humorous way

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Expressing surprise and wonderment

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Expressing anger or frustration openly

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Expressing joy and contentment

Question 44

What does 'concede' mean?

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Admit that something is true or valid after first denying or resisting it.

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To make a loud and harsh noise.

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To bend or warp under pressure.

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To obtain something by force or threats.

Question 45

What does 'abate' mean?

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Become less intense or widespread.

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To obtain something by force or threats.

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To make someone extremely angry or annoyed.

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To shape into a certain form or condition.

Question 46

What does 'subordinate' mean?

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Lower in rank or position.

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To make a loud and harsh noise.

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To obtain something by force or threats.

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Showing a willingness to take surprisingly bold risks.

Question 47

What does 'emaciated' mean?

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Abnormally thin or weak, especially because of illness or a lack of food.

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Experiencing a period of rest or relief from something difficult.

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Willing to accept defeat or yield to a superior force.

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Displaying a deep respect or admiration.

Question 48

What does 'innate' mean?

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Inborn; existing from birth.

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To admit that something is true after denying it.

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To shape into a certain form or condition.

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To shake or vibrate with a slight rapid motion.

Question 49

What does 'render' mean?

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To provide or give (a service, help, etc.); to cause to be or become; to represent or depict artistically.

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To shape into a certain form or condition.

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To make a loud and harsh noise.

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To admit that something is true after denying it.

Question 50

What does 'formidable' mean?

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Inspiring fear or respect through being impressively large, powerful, intense, or capable.

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To shape into a certain form or condition.

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To admit that something is true after denying it.

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To shake or vibrate with a slight rapid motion.

Question 51

What does 'tedious' mean?

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Too long, slow, or dull; tiresome or monotonous.

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To make a loud and harsh noise.

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To bend or warp under pressure.

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To become less intense or widespread.

Question 52

What does 'flourish' mean?

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To grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way.

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To give up or surrender; to admit that something is true.

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To feel or express sorrow or regret for.

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To move smoothly and continuously in a wave-like pattern.

Question 53

What does 'impudent' mean?

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Rude or disrespectful; showing a lack of regard for others.

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To give up or surrender; to admit that something is true.

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Capable of being easily bent, shaped, or influenced.

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Engaged in deep thought; reflective.

Question 54

What does 'belligerent' mean?

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Hostile and aggressive; ready to start a fight or engage in war.

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Engaged in deep thought; reflective.

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To irritate or annoy greatly.

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Expressing much in few words; clear and succinct.

Question 55

What does 'reprieve' mean?

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A cancellation or postponement of a punishment or sentence.

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A state of deep sadness or hopelessness.

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To move with a smooth, wave-like motion.

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Widespread destruction or devastation; chaos.

Question 56

What does 'obstruct' mean?

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To block or be in the way of; to hinder or impede progress.

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To move with a smooth, wave-like motion.

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To admit that something is true or valid after first denying or resisting it.

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To fail to resist pressure, temptation, or some other negative force.

Question 57

What does the term 'accustom' mean?

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To make someone or something accept a new situation or behavior; to become familiar with or used to something.

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To cause confusion or disorientation

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To reject and resist change or adjustment

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To remain unchanging and steadfast

Question 58

What does 'reprieve' mean?

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A cancellation or postponement of a punishment or sentence

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An acknowledgment or recognition of achievement

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A reward or incentive for good behavior

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A punishment or penalty imposed for wrongdoing

Question 59

What does 'dissipate' mean?

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To disappear or cause to disappear; disperse or scatter

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To embrace or welcome

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To concentrate or gather

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To intensify or amplify

Question 60

What does 'affluent' mean?

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Having a great deal of money; wealthy.

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Living in poverty and destitution.

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Generous and giving.

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Lavish and extravagant.

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