What is the meaning of the word 'abridged'?

• To expand

• To shorten

• To diminish

• To curtail

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Which word is a synonym for 'affability'?

• Hostility

• Arrogance

• Friendliness

• Indifference

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What is the definition of 'alchemy'?

• The art of using words effectively

• The practice of changing metals into gold

• The study of ancient civilizations

• The process of creating new elements

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What does the word 'ascend' mean?

• To move downward

• To stay in one place

• To rise from a lower position

• To descend

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What is a synonym for 'augmented'?

• Decreased

• Diminished

• Supplemented

• Retrenched

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What is the meaning of 'augurers'?

• People who predict the future

• People who perform magic tricks

• People who study ancient artifacts

• People who write poetry

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What is a synonym for 'baseness'?

• Vileness

• Nobility

• Excellence

• Integrity

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What does 'bequeathing' mean?

• To take away

• To expand

• To grant or give

• To shorten

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What is the definition of 'clamor'?

• A loud noise or shouting

• A peaceful silence

• A gentle whisper

• A melodious song

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Which word is a synonym for 'conceit'?

• Humility

• Modesty

• Arrogance

• Sincerity

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