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1. What is the meaning of the term 'affluence'?

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Affluence refers to having a high level of wealth or abundance, which is the opposite of poverty or scarcity. It is not to be confused with moderation or frugality, which relate to being conservative with one's resources. Likewise, it is different from indebtedness or bankruptcy, which indicate a lack of financial stability.

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If you want to be an air force officer, there are some words that you will hear very often, and these flashcards designed to improve your word knowledge... see moreby AFOQT. All you need to do is test if you remember each word; if you don’t, you can turn the card and, once done, do it all over till the words stick to you. see less

2. What is the definition of the word 'Alacrity'?

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Alacrity refers to a cheerful willingness or ready response, not a type of fruit, weather condition, or emotion.

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3. What is the meaning of the word 'Amity'?

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The word 'Amity' refers to a friendly relationship or peaceful harmony between individuals or groups.

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4. What is an anecdote?

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An anecdote is a short and amusing or interesting story about a real incident or person. It is meant to entertain or illustrate a point.

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5. What is an anthology?

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An anthology refers to a collection of various creative works such as writings, songs, or other forms of artistic expression. It is a compilation of different pieces rather than a single artwork or a specific genre.

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6. What does the term 'Arbiter' mean?

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An arbiter is someone who has the authority to make a final decision or judgment in a dispute or conflict.

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7. What does the term 'avarice' refer to?

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Avarice is defined as an insatiable greed for wealth or material gain, a strong desire to accumulate more wealth at the expense of others.

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8. What is another term for a bastion?

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A bastion is a projecting part of a fortification that forms a stronghold or fortress. The other incorrect options are not synonymous with bastion, making them incorrect choices.

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9. What is the meaning of the term 'benediction'?

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A benediction is a form of blessing usually given towards the end of a religious service, ceremony, or event to impart a blessing or good wishes.

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10. What is another term for bondage?

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Bondage refers to the state of being bound or enslaved, typically through physical or mental constraints. The correct term that specifically denotes this state is slavery. The other incorrect options are related terms that also involve some form of restriction or constraint, but do not accurately capture the concept of bondage as closely as slavery does.

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11. What is the meaning of the word 'boon'?

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The word 'boon' generally refers to something beneficial or as a gift, whereas the incorrect answers are typically associated with negative connotations.

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12. What does brevity refer to?

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Brevity is synonymous with being short and concise, offering succinctness and precision in communication.

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13. What does the term 'Bulwark' mean?

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A bulwark is a strong protection or barrier traditionally used to defend against enemy attacks. It is often seen in fortifications or defensive structures.

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14. What is cacophony?

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Cacophony refers to a jarring, discordant mixture of sounds that is generally considered unpleasant to hear.

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15. What does the term 'Caste' refer to?

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Caste refers to a social class or category that individuals are born into and cannot change. It is a system of social stratification based on heredity.

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16. What is the definition of chagrin?

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Chagrin refers to a feeling of embarrassment or disappointment, so options such as excitement, joy, and fear do not accurately describe the meaning of chagrin.

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17. What is another word for 'clamor'?

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The correct synonym for 'clamor' is 'uproar', which refers to a loud and confused noise, especially one caused by a large group of people.

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18. What does the term Connoisseur mean?

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A connoisseur is someone who has expert knowledge and judgment in a specific area, especially when it comes to discerning the best quality of something.

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19. What does the term 'Conundrum' refer to?

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A conundrum is something that is puzzling or difficult to solve, often involving a complex situation or question that requires critical thinking to figure out.

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20. What is the definition of crux?

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The crux of something is the most important and crucial part, often representing the main point or key feature of a topic or issue.

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21. What does 'dearth' mean?

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The correct answer 'scarcity or lack of something' directly contrasts with the incorrect options, which all suggest an abundance or excess of something.

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22. Debacle

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A debacle refers to a significant failure or defeat, which is the opposite of a victorious outcome, minor setback, or peaceful resolution. It is characterized by its scale and severity of impact.

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23. What is a deluge?

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A deluge is typically used to describe a great flood or an overwhelming amount of information, not a type of dessert, a small stream, or a type of cloud.

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24. What is the definition of depravity?

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Depravity refers to a state of moral corruption or wickedness, the opposite of attributes like kindness, honesty, and integrity.

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25. What is diction?

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Diction refers to the choice and use of words by a speaker or writer, influencing the style and tone of the overall communication.

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26. What is the definition of din?

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The correct answer describes din as a loud, pervasive, and continuous noise, which sets it apart from the incorrect options provided.

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27. What does dissent mean?

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Dissent refers to a disagreement or difference of opinion with a majority or official opinion.

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28. What is effluvium?

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Effluvium refers to a bad smelling vapor or gas, typically associated with unpleasant odors or gases emitted from various sources.

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29. What does 'epitome' mean?

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The correct answer 'top level representation of quality' refers to epitome meaning the highest or most perfect example of something.

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What is the meaning of the term 'affluence'?
What is the definition of the word 'Alacrity'?
What is the meaning of the word 'Amity'?
What is an anecdote?
What is an anthology?
What does the term 'Arbiter' mean?
What does the term 'avarice' refer to?
What is another term for a bastion?
What is the meaning of the term 'benediction'?
What is another term for bondage?
What is the meaning of the word 'boon'?
What does brevity refer to?
What does the term 'Bulwark' mean?
What is cacophony?
What does the term 'Caste' refer to?
What is the definition of chagrin?
What is another word for 'clamor'?
What does the term Connoisseur mean?
What does the term 'Conundrum' refer to?
What is the definition of crux?
What does 'dearth' mean?
Debacle
What is a deluge?
What is the definition of depravity?
What is diction?
What is the definition of din?
What does dissent mean?
What is effluvium?
What does 'epitome' mean?
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