Vocabulary Flashcard

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Abhorrence

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Hatred

Answer explanation

The word 'abhorrence' means a strong feeling of dislike or hatred. Therefore, the synonym for 'abhorrence' is 'hatred', as both convey intense aversion. The other options do not relate to this meaning.

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portion

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Allocation

Answer explanation

The word 'allocation' refers to a share or portion of something, making it a synonym for 'portion'. The other options do not convey a similar meaning.

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Autonomy

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The right to self-governance or independence

Answer explanation

Autonomy refers to the right to self-governance or independence, emphasizing the ability of individuals or groups to make their own decisions without external control.

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Kindness

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Benevolence

Answer explanation

The word "Benevolence" is synonymous with "Kindness" as it refers to the quality of being well-meaning and charitable. Other options like "Boon," "Catalyst," and "Comprehensive" do not convey the same meaning.

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Ignite

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Catalyst

Answer explanation

The word "ignite" means to set something on fire or to cause it to start. A "catalyst" can refer to something that causes a reaction or event to happen, similar to how ignition starts a fire, making it the correct synonym.

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Covering all or nearly all elements of something

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Comprehensive

Answer explanation

The word 'Comprehensive' means covering all or nearly all elements of something, making it the correct choice. The other options do not convey this meaning.

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Connotation

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An idea or feeling a word invokes beyond its literal meaning

Answer explanation

Connotation refers to the ideas or feelings that a word evokes beyond its literal meaning. This makes the first choice correct, as it captures the essence of how words can carry additional emotional or cultural significance.

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To develop, improve, or refine something

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Cultivate

Answer explanation

The word 'cultivate' means to develop, improve, or refine something, especially in the context of skills or relationships. The other options do not convey this meaning.

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Postponed

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Deferred

Answer explanation

The synonym of 'Postponed' is 'Deferred', which means to delay or put off to a later time. The other options do not convey this meaning.

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Delineate

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To describe or outline something with precision

Answer explanation

The term 'delineate' means to describe or outline something with precision, making the first answer choice the correct one. The other options do not accurately reflect the meaning of 'delineate'.