Word Relationships 1st Hr.

Choose the word that is most similar in meaning to "benevolent."

• Malicious

• Kind

• Hostile

• Cruel

Answer explanation

The word 'benevolent' means showing kindness and goodwill. Among the answer choices, 'kind' is the only word that conveys a similar meaning, while 'malicious', 'hostile', and 'cruel' imply negative traits.

Which of the following is the antonym of "vivid"?

• Bright

• Colorful

• Dull

• Clear

Answer explanation

The word 'vivid' means bright and intense. Its antonym is 'dull', which describes something lacking brightness or liveliness. Therefore, 'dull' is the correct choice as it contrasts with the meaning of 'vivid'.

Hand is to glove as foot is to ____.

• Shoe

• Sock

• Sandal

• Boot

Answer explanation

A hand is covered by a glove, just as a foot is typically covered by a sock. While shoes, sandals, and boots are footwear, socks specifically serve to cover the foot, making 'sock' the best analogy.

Which of the following is the antonym of "abundant"?

• Sparse

• Plenty

• Rich

• Overflowing

Answer explanation

The antonym of "abundant" is "sparse," which means limited or insufficient in quantity. The other options, like "plenty," "rich," and "overflowing," all imply a large amount, contrasting with "sparse."

Water is to liquid as ice is to ____.

• Solid

• Gas

• Vapor

• Liquid

Answer explanation

Water is a liquid form of H2O, while ice is the solid form. Therefore, just as water corresponds to liquid, ice corresponds to solid. The correct answer is 'Solid'.

Which word is most similar in meaning to "melancholy"?

• Joyful

• Sad

• Angry

• Peaceful

Answer explanation

The word "melancholy" refers to a deep, persistent sadness or sorrow. Among the answer choices, "sad" is the most similar in meaning, while "joyful," "angry," and "peaceful" convey different emotions.

Which word is the antonym of "optimistic"?

• Hopeful

• Cheerful

• Pessimistic

• Confident

Answer explanation

The word "optimistic" refers to a hopeful and positive outlook. The antonym, "pessimistic," describes a negative or gloomy perspective, making it the correct choice among the options provided.

Teacher is to classroom as doctor is to _____

• Hospital

• Patient

• Office

• Medicine

Answer explanation

A teacher works in a classroom, just as a doctor works in a hospital. The hospital is the primary place where doctors provide care, making it the best analogy to the classroom for teachers.

Which of the following is a synonym for "rapid"?

• Fast

• Slow

• Steady

• Quiet

Answer explanation

The word "rapid" means occurring in a short time or at a fast pace. Therefore, "fast" is a synonym for "rapid," while "slow," "steady," and "quiet" do not convey the same meaning.

Which word is most similar in meaning to "sincere"?

• Honest

• Deceptive

• Indifferent

• Insincere

Answer explanation

The word "sincere" means genuine and truthful. The most similar word in meaning is "honest," which also conveys a sense of truthfulness. The other options, "deceptive," "indifferent," and "insincere," imply a lack of sincerity.