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Hypothetical
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B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
"Hypothetical"
refers to something that is based on a proposed idea or a situation that is not
real, often used to explore outcomes or theories.
"Imaginary"
is the correct synonym as it also means something that exists only in the mind
or as an idea, not in reality.
Similar
words: Imagined, Suppositional.
102
Hurl
A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
To
"hurl" means to throw something with great force or intensity.
"Throw"
is the best synonym because it directly refers to the act of tossing something,
though "hurl" implies doing it with more force.
Similar
words: Flip, Catapult, Throw, Cast.
103
Envy
A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
"Envy"
refers to feeling resentment or jealousy toward someone else's possessions or
achievements. "Spite" fits as a synonym because it also refers to a
desire to hurt or offend someone out of malice or resentment.
Similar
words: Resentfulness, Discontent, Spite, Resentment, Grudge.
104
Pensive
A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
"Pensive"
refers to being deeply thoughtful, often with a sense of sadness or
seriousness. "Contemplative" is the correct synonym because it also
means being engaged in deep thought or reflection.
Similar
words: Musing, Contemplative, Introspective, Ruminative, Rapt, Engrossed.
105
Homily
A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
"Homily"
refers to a sermon or religious discourse, often delivered as a moral lesson.
"Sermon"
is the most appropriate synonym since it also refers to a speech or discourse
on a religious or moral topic.
Similar
words: Oration, Spiel, Preaching, Harangue, Peroration, Declamation.
106
Indigent
A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
"Indigent"
refers to someone who is poor or lacking the basic necessities of life.
"Impecunious"
is the correct synonym because it also means having little or no money.
Similar
words: Destitute, Impecunious, Pauperized, Insolvent, Impoverished.
107
Erratic
A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
"Erratic" refers to something that is
unpredictable or irregular in pattern, behavior, or movement.
"Irregular" is the most
appropriate synonym as it also describes something that does not follow a
consistent or normal pattern.
Similar words: Erratic,
Fickle, Irregular, Volatile, Fitful, Wavering
108
Despise
A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
"Despise"
means to feel strong contempt or disgust for someone or something.
"Abhor"
is a synonym because it also means to regard with hatred or disgust.
Similar
words: Detest, Loathe, Abhor, Abominate, Deplore, Execrate.
109
Reprimand
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B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
"Reprimand" means to
scold or criticize someone officially or severely, often for a wrongdoing.
"Rebuke" is the most fitting synonym as it also means to express
sharp disapproval or criticism.
Similar words: Reproof,
Admonish, Scold, Reproach, Chide, Berate.
110
Notion
A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
"Notion"
refers to an idea, belief, or impression about something.
"Impression"
fits as a synonym because it also refers to a person's perception or belief
about something, often without full knowledge or certainty.
Similar
words: Overview, Impression, Concept, Opinion, Perception.
