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English Vocabulary (U.S. Version) Professional - Md Nurul Kader - Bangladesh
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01. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
v. To impose with authority; urge strongly
Answer: a. Enjoin
02. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
v. To issue a vehement verbal attack; to denounce explosively
Answer: c. Fulminate
03. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
REFUTE
Answer: b. Support
04. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below. deleterious
INORDINATE
Answer: a. Reasonable
05. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
She always got a VICARIOUS thrill from watching her father skydive.
Answer: d. Sickening
06. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
His son's group of friends had a DELETERIOUS effect on his schoolwork.
Answer: d. Harmful
His son's group of friends had a DELETERIOUS effect on his schoolwork.
Answer: d. Harmful
07. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Similar to something else in certain respects, as in form, function, or meaning
Answer: c. Analogous
08. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Hardhearted; unmoved by pity
Answer: b. Parsimonious
09. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Easily provoked to anger; irritable
Answer: a. Sapid
adj. Similar to something else in certain respects, as in form, function, or meaning
Answer: c. Analogous
08. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Hardhearted; unmoved by pity
Answer: b. Parsimonious
09. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Easily provoked to anger; irritable
Answer: a. Sapid
010. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. A position that entails little work but provides a salary
Answer: d. Sinecure
1. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
Lassitude
a. simplicity of speech
b. leniency
c. philanthropy
d. vigor
3: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.n. A position that entails little work but provides a salary
Answer: d. Sinecure
1. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
Lassitude
a. simplicity of speech
b. leniency
c. philanthropy
d. vigor
The coach was absolutely disgusted by his team’s INDOLENCE and nasty attitude.
a. Violent behavior
b. Odorousness
c. Laziness
d. Disappearance
4. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in Capital Letters in the following sentence.
Her MELLIFLUOUS voice is perfectly suited to lullabies and never fails to put us all to sleep.
a. smoothly flowing; sweet-sounding
b. dull; tiresome
c. cacophonous
5. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Understood by or intended for only a select few or a particular group.
a. esoteric
b. eccentric
c. narcissistic
d. languid
6. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Sluggish; apathetic; dull
a. turbid
b. torpid
c. turgid
d. tepid
7. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
Refute
a. expose
b. support
c. garbage
d. safe place
8. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
I screamed as the monstrous presence snaked toward me on the dark and _____ path.
a. tortious
b. tortuous
c. torturous
9. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Easily provoked to anger; irritable
a. sapid
b. irascible
c. jocund
d. incorrigible
10. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in Capital Letters as it is used in the sentence below.
These artists really IMBUE their work with a spirit of profound freedom.
a. spoil
b. detract from; debase
c. fill or permeate with a particular feeling or quality
11. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
Our lawyers have informed us that while the new tax laws will not _____ our business directly, they may have an adverse _____ on the spending power of our customers.
a. effect/affect
b. affect/affect
c. effect/effect
d. affect/effect
12. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in Capital Letters as it is used in the sentence below.
The diplomats, who have been accused of DUPLICITY by their respective countries, have been removed from their posts.
a. bad taste
b. deceitfulness; double-dealing
c. embezzlement
13. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
Inordinate
a. reasonable
b. on a waiting list
c. unprepared
d. immense
14. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
Pretentious
a. modest
b. understanding
c. uneasy
d. pleasant
15. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
Roger might be more AMENABLE to your ideas if you presented them without sneering.
a. Intractable
b. Willing to accept
c. Impressed by
d. Unhappy
16. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The journalist denied that he had any PRURIENT interest in the politician's private life, but his titillating articles seemed to indicate otherwise.
a. Mercenary; venal
b. Overly curious about the sexual behavior of others
c. Characterized by profound insight
17. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The recent shenanigans in the town square went against all PRECEPTS of decency.
a. Rules for action or behavior
b. Vague ideas; abstractions
c. Significance
18. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of homophones from the options below.
Rachel knew that she'd soon be living in______________ circumstances unless she got her financial problems________________ out
immediately.
a. straightened/straitened
b. straitened/straightened
19. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The plots of all her novels just seem to MEANDER along, to the point where I can't follow the storyline or figure out who's who.
a. Purposely confuse
b. Take a winding or indirect course
c. Charm and delight
20. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
We all remarked on how well the spray of begonias____________ her hair color.
a. complimented
b. complemented
21. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
She hastened to_________ me that she intends to pay the bill, and that she will_________ that the check is mailed today.
a. assure/ensure
b. ensure/insure
c. insure/assure
d. ensure/assure
22. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Running around barefoot in the snow will only EXACERBATE your flu symptoms.
a. Eliminate
b. Aggravate; worsen
c. Exhaust; drain of strength
23. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
She launched her new line of handbags________ a fanfare of publicity.
a. between
b. amid
c. among
24. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
We expected the waiter to show us out of that snooty restaurant in a hurry, but he turned out to be quite jolly and ____
a. complacent
b. compliant
c. complaisant
25. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
Oscar, who did not possess a discerning_________ , preferred hot dogs to steak.
a. palette
b. pallet
c. palate
Oscar, who did not possess a discerning_________ , preferred hot dogs to steak.
a. palette
b. pallet
c. palate
26. Question: Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Maude managed to sweep up the broken dishes without a word of REPROOF to her children.
Maude managed to sweep up the broken dishes without a word of REPROOF to her children.
a. Expression of disapproval or blame
b. Expression of affection or love
c. Expression of apology or regret
27. Question: Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The despot's MINIONS were only too eager to tout his edicts and report any unrest among his subjects.
a- Sycophants; servile followers
b. Distant relatives
c. Armored knights
28. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
She always got a VICARIOUS thrill from watching her father skydive.
a. empathetic
b. dangerous
c. pathetic
d. sickening
28. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
She always got a VICARIOUS thrill from watching her father skydive.
a. empathetic
b. dangerous
c. pathetic
d. sickening
29. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
We fully expect Elizabeth to FOIST her work on us and disappear for the weekend as usual.
a. Force upon; palm off
b. Take away; take off one's hands
c. Keep for oneself
30. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Marilyn conveyed a BLITHE indifference to the troubles that mounted around her.
a. Carefree; heedless
b. Cruel; heartless
c. Catastrophic
c. Keep for oneself
30. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Marilyn conveyed a BLITHE indifference to the troubles that mounted around her.
a. Carefree; heedless
b. Cruel; heartless
c. Catastrophic
31. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of homophones from the options below.
The _________ poet, knowing his death was _________, struggled to finish his final ode.
a. imminent/eminent
b. eminent/immanent
c. immanent/imminent
d. eminent/imminent
The _________ poet, knowing his death was _________, struggled to finish his final ode.
a. imminent/eminent
b. eminent/immanent
c. immanent/imminent
d. eminent/imminent
32. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. Local or provincial dialect
a. Invective
b. Patois
c. Neopaganism
d. Polyarchy
33. Question: Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below. Dan was a nice guy, but he was far too GARRULOUS and tended to monopolize people at parties.
c. Neopaganism
d. Polyarchy
33. Question: Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below. Dan was a nice guy, but he was far too GARRULOUS and tended to monopolize people at parties.
a. Gluttonous
b. Quarrelsome; contentious
c. Excessively talkative about trivial topics
34. Question: Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below. It would BEHOOVE you to show a little more respect to the judge and jury who are deciding your case.
a. Be too much trouble to
b. Be detrimental to
c. Be worthwhile or proper for; be incumbent upon
35. Question: Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below. Alicia, who loved both men equally and wanted to hurt neither, found herself in quite a QUANDARY over which one she should choose.
a. happy circumstance
b. puzzling predicament
c. easy decision
36. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
v. To issue a vehement verbal attack; to denounce explosively
a. vituperative
b. litigant
c. fulminate
d. exhume
a. happy circumstance
b. puzzling predicament
c. easy decision
36. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
v. To issue a vehement verbal attack; to denounce explosively
a. vituperative
b. litigant
c. fulminate
d. exhume
37. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of homophones from the options below.
The skillful candidate's____________ speech was delightful to listen to, but failed to explain how he would achieve the ___________ goals of peace and prosperity.
a. illusive/elusive
b. allusive/elusive
c. elusive/allusive
d. allusive/illusive
The skillful candidate's____________ speech was delightful to listen to, but failed to explain how he would achieve the ___________ goals of peace and prosperity.
a. illusive/elusive
b. allusive/elusive
c. elusive/allusive
d. allusive/illusive
38. Question: Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below. The exchange student was disheartened by the rather BRUSQUE welcome she received from her host family.
a. Clamorous; disorderly
b. Gracious; kind
c. Blunt or rude in manner of speech
39. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
Mr. Winkle was dismayed to discover that his willful young wife __________ her wealth and __________ the law at every opportunity.
a. flouted/flouted
b. flouted/flaunted
c. flaunted/flouted
d. flaunted/flaunted
40. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
It’s a good thing you’re so _________ at paperwork, because you’ll need to fill out hundreds of forms to __________ a child.
a. adapt/adapt
b. adept/adopt
c. adapt/adopt
d. adopt/adept
Mr. Winkle was dismayed to discover that his willful young wife __________ her wealth and __________ the law at every opportunity.
a. flouted/flouted
b. flouted/flaunted
c. flaunted/flouted
d. flaunted/flaunted
40. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
It’s a good thing you’re so _________ at paperwork, because you’ll need to fill out hundreds of forms to __________ a child.
a. adapt/adapt
b. adept/adopt
c. adapt/adopt
d. adopt/adept
41. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. The act or fact of lessening; reduction
a. Diminution
b. Protraction
c. Dissuade
d. Dissolution
42. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Similar to something else in certain respects, as in form, function, or meaning
a. abject
b. agrarian
c. analogous
d. amalgam
43. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
Though he didn't win the advertising account, Sal made a __________ presentation that he can be proud of.
b. creditable
44. Question: Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below. The mysterious message Claude received could be a HARBINGER of what’s in store for him and his family.
a. Downfall
b. Omen; forerunner
c. Unequivocal proof
45. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
The company is __________ committed to developing educational television programs for children.
a. holey
b. holy
c. wholly
46. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
ADVERSE
a. Moody
b. Poetic
c. Favorable
d. Twisted
47. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
RILE
a. Placate
b. Annoy
c. Waste
d. Construct
48. Question: Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Poverty is RIFE in the rural areas of our county, where one in three families receives some state assistance.
b. Unavoidable
c. Saddening
49. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
Agatha RUMINATED for weeks about the consequences of telling Arthur about the affair.
a. Pondered
Agatha RUMINATED for weeks about the consequences of telling Arthur about the affair.
a. Pondered
b. Worried
c. Neglected
d. Laughed
50. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
MITIGATE
a. Abate
b. Conceal
c. Intensify
d. Allow
c. Neglected
d. Laughed
50. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
MITIGATE
a. Abate
b. Conceal
c. Intensify
d. Allow
51. Q. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Hardhearted; unmoved by pity
a. apologetic
b. parsimonious
adj. Hardhearted; unmoved by pity
a. apologetic
b. parsimonious
c. obdurate
d. abdicated
d. abdicated
Sally was greatly __________ when I said I didn't like redheads.
a. piqued
b. peeked
c. peaked
53. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym of the word below.
NONCHALANT
a. Courageous
b. Unnerved
c. Unperturbed
d. Lethargic
54. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
If you insist on eating more cotton candy _________ a kid at a carnival, __________ don’t come crying to me when you’ve gained a few pounds!
a. then/than
b. than/then
c. then/then
d. than/than
55. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The community theater troupe faced one problem after another, so it was no surprise that their season ended in a DEBACLE.
a. Conundrum
b. Spectacle; display
c. Complete failure; breaking up
56. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
The only ________________ difference between the twins is the shape of their noses.
a. distinctive
b. distinguished
c. distinguishable
The only ________________ difference between the twins is the shape of their noses.
a. distinctive
b. distinguished
c. distinguishable
57. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
AVARICE
AVARICE
a. State of good health
b. Materialism
c. Loneliness
d. Generosity
58. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. A mass or crowd; multitude
a. Reprieve
b. Malady
c. Horde
d. Indulgence
59. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
It seems we’ve reached an IMPASSE in our negotiations.
a. Favorable compromise
b. Monetary amount
c. Total agreement
d. Stalemate
It seems we’ve reached an IMPASSE in our negotiations.
a. Favorable compromise
b. Monetary amount
c. Total agreement
d. Stalemate
60. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
The WIZENED old woman gave Jack a handful of beans and some good advice.
a. Sage
b. Shriveled
c. Creepy
d. Jocular
61. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Tending to create ill will or give offense
a. Labyrinthine
b. Invidious
c. Titillating
d. Envious
62. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
I can_________ all the terms of the apartment lease_________ the one about not allowing pets.
a. except/accept
b. except/except
c. accept/accept
d. accept/except
63 . Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. A position that entails little work but provides a salary.
n. A position that entails little work but provides a salary.
a. quiescence
b. theocracy
c. swindle
d. sinecure
64. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
v. To impose with authority; urge strongly
a. enjoin
b. prevalent
c. dissonance
d. relegate
v. To impose with authority; urge strongly
a. enjoin
b. prevalent
c. dissonance
d. relegate
65. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
The proposed after-school tutoring program promises_____________ benefits to the students and the community.
a. innumerable
b. enumerable
66. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
The soldier’s EXEMPLARY conduct did not go unnoticed by his sergeant.
a. Erratic
b. Apathetic
c. Admirable
d. Meticulous
The soldier’s EXEMPLARY conduct did not go unnoticed by his sergeant.
a. Erratic
b. Apathetic
c. Admirable
d. Meticulous
67. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
Who has the power to _________ out justice to the citizens of this country?
a. meet
b. mete
c. meat
Who has the power to _________ out justice to the citizens of this country?
a. meet
b. mete
c. meat
68. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
Alec has always been CONTEMPTUOUS of his fellow writers.
a. Disdainful
b. Inspired by
c. Disliked by
d. Respectful
69. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
The crafty spy gave a _____ name to the hotel clerk.
a. fictive
b. fictional
c. fictitious
The crafty spy gave a _____ name to the hotel clerk.
a. fictive
b. fictional
c. fictitious
70. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Narrow-minded; limited in scope
a. Hermetic
b. Foreseeable
c. Sporadic
d. Sectarian
adj. Narrow-minded; limited in scope
a. Hermetic
b. Foreseeable
c. Sporadic
d. Sectarian
71. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
That grueling competition really tested the _____ of the gymnastics team.
That grueling competition really tested the _____ of the gymnastics team.
a. meddle
b. metal
c. medal
d. mettle
72. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. Capacity for producing a desired result; effectiveness
n. Capacity for producing a desired result; effectiveness
a. Contumacy
b. Defenestration
c. Conversion
d. Efficacy
73. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Now that the festivities have ended, perhaps we can return to some SEMBLANCE of normality.
Now that the festivities have ended, perhaps we can return to some SEMBLANCE of normality.
a. Sentiment; emotion
b. Agreement
c. Outward appearance
74. Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in Capital Letter as it is used in the sentence below.
The publicist was surprised by the INUNDATION of fan letters for her top client.
a. deluge
b. dearth
c. hindrance
The publicist was surprised by the INUNDATION of fan letters for her top client.
a. deluge
b. dearth
c. hindrance
75. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. Flair; style; a flamboyant manner
a. Panache
b. Voracious
c. Resonance
d. Cosmogony
76. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
The workers were allowed to _____ down once they'd _____ the brick, but the foreman himself has not yet _____ down.
a. lay/lain/laid
b. lie/laid/lain
c. lie/lain/lain
d. lay/laid/laid
The workers were allowed to _____ down once they'd _____ the brick, but the foreman himself has not yet _____ down.
a. lay/lain/laid
b. lie/laid/lain
c. lie/lain/lain
d. lay/laid/laid
77. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
ITINERANT
a. Permanent
b. Flexible
c. Transient
d. Dissatisfied
ITINERANT
a. Permanent
b. Flexible
c. Transient
d. Dissatisfied
78. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
She entered the ballroom on the arm of a DEBONAIR young man.
a. Imprudent and unrefined
b. Cheerful and clumsy
c. Selfish and dissipated
d. Charming and elegant
79. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in Capital Letters in the following sentence.
His son's group of friends had a DELETERIOUS effect on his schoolwork.
a. influential
b. positive
c. hysterical
d. harmful
She entered the ballroom on the arm of a DEBONAIR young man.
a. Imprudent and unrefined
b. Cheerful and clumsy
c. Selfish and dissipated
d. Charming and elegant
79. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in Capital Letters in the following sentence.
His son's group of friends had a DELETERIOUS effect on his schoolwork.
a. influential
b. positive
c. hysterical
d. harmful
80. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
This experiment was designed to ___________ certain behaviors from the test subjects.
a. illicit
b. elicit
81. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
Although _________ wanted to keep the boat all to _________, I knew it would be used extensively by both Susan and _________.
a. I/myself/myself
b. I/me/I
c. I/myself/I
d. I/myself/me
This experiment was designed to ___________ certain behaviors from the test subjects.
a. illicit
b. elicit
81. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
Although _________ wanted to keep the boat all to _________, I knew it would be used extensively by both Susan and _________.
a. I/myself/myself
b. I/me/I
c. I/myself/I
d. I/myself/me
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