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Advanced Vocabulary Definition Set
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Advanced Vocabulary Definition Set
Advanced Vocabulary Definition Set
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1
Question
What does abeyance mean?
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A state of temporary disuse or suspension; something put on hold.
2
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Which word means a state of temporary disuse or suspension?
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Abeyance
3
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What are synonyms for abeyance?
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Suspension, Dormancy, Deferral, Hiatus, Latency
4
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What are antonyms for abeyance?
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Activity, Operation, Revival
5
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What does abjure mean?
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To solemnly renounce or reject a belief, cause, or claim.
6
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Which word means to solemnly renounce or reject a belief?
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Abjure
7
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List synonyms for abjure.
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Renounce, Forswear, Recant, Repudiate, Retract
8
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What are antonyms of abjure?
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Embrace, Affirm, Advocate, Uphold
9
Question
What does abstruse mean?
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Difficult to understand; obscure and complex.
10
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Which term means difficult to understand and obscure?
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Abstruse
11
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Name synonyms for abstruse.
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Arcane, Recondite, Esoteric, Cryptic, Obscure
12
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List antonyms for abstruse.
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Simple, Clear, Lucid, Obvious, Straightforward
13
Question
What is the meaning of accolade?
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Special acknowledgement or award; an expression of praise.
14
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Which word means special acknowledgement or expression of praise?
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Accolade
15
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What synonyms are listed for accolade?
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Tribute, Honour, Commendation, Plaudit, Laurel
16
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Name antonyms for accolade.
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Criticism, Censure, Rebuke, Condemnation
17
Question
Define acrimony.
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A feeling or manner full of bitterness or ill will.
18
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Which word refers to a feeling full of bitterness or ill will?
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Acrimony
19
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Synonyms for acrimony include which terms?
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Rancour, Bitterness, Asperity, Virulence, Acerbity
20
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What are antonyms of acrimony?
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Goodwill, Cordiality, Warmth, Harmony
21
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How does acrimony differ from acerbic?
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Acrimony is a feeling or manner of bitterness; acerbic is sharp critical language.
22
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What does acerbic mean?
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Sharp and critical in language or manner; harshly biting.
23
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Which word means sharp and critical in language?
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Acerbic
24
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Synonyms for acerbic?
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Caustic, Mordant, Scathing, Trenchant, Cutting
25
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Antonyms for acerbic include what?
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Mild, Gentle, Soothing, Complimentary
26
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Define acumen.
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The ability to make good judgements quickly; mental sharpness.
27
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What term describes mental sharpness and quick judgment?
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Acumen
28
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List synonyms for acumen.
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Shrewdness, Perspicacity, Astuteness, Sagacity, Keenness
29
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Antonyms of acumen are?
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Stupidity, Naivety, Obtuseness, Dullness
30
Question
What is the definition of adulation?
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Excessive admiration or praise, often to an embarrassing degree.