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1. What does the term 'ballast' refer to?

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The correct answer defines 'ballast' as something that provides stability or steadiness, not related to fish, boats, or gardening.

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2. What is the definition of DISCOMFITURE?

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DISCOMFITURE refers to a feeling of disconcertion, confusion, embarrassment, or frustration of hopes or plans, and is the opposite of joy, excitement, certainty, satisfaction, ease, and comfort.

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3. What does the term SOLICITOUS mean?

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The correct answer describes someone who is caring, attentive, and concerned about another's well-being. The incorrect answers provide contrasting meanings that do not align with the definition of solicitous.

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4. What does the word 'reprove' mean?

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The correct answer 'to criticize or correct, especially gently; to disapprove of strongly; censure' accurately defines the word 'reprove' as per the given question.

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5. INDURATE

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The term 'indurate' means the opposite of soften, weaken, or melt. It refers to making something hard, enduring, or confirmed.

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6. ARCANE

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The term 'ARCANE' refers to something that is known or understood by very few, mysterious, secret, obscure, or esoteric. Therefore, the incorrect answers 'Common', 'Transparent', and 'Accessible' do not align with the definition of 'ARCANE'.

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7. IMPUGN

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The correct answer 'IMPUGN' means to challenge or cast doubt upon, which is the opposite of embracing, admiring, or endorsing something.

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8. What does it mean to DALLY?

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DALLY means to waste time, act playfully, or play mockingly. It does not mean to hurry, focus, or ignore.

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9. What does the term 'flippant' mean?

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The term 'flippant' refers to an attitude or behavior that is not serious or respectful, often characterized by being shallow or lacking in seriousness. In this context, 'flippant' is the opposite of 'serious and thoughtful', 'honest and sincere', and 'formal and reserved.'

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10. What does the term FRIABLE mean?

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Friable refers to something that is easily crumbled or reduced to powder, making the correct answer the opposite of hard and solid, stretchy and flexible, or sticky and gooey.

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11. What is the definition of JEJUNE?

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The correct answer defines 'jejune' as something that is lacking in interest, significance, or knowledge, and can also refer to immaturity or deficiency in value. The incorrect answers provided present different interpretations of 'jejune' that do not align with its actual meaning.

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12. What does the term 'pedantic' mean?

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The correct definition of 'pedantic' involves being overly focused on minor details or formal rules, particularly in the context of teaching or learning.

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13. What does TAINT mean?

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TAINT means a trace of something negative or harmful, not something positive or pleasant.

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14. What does the term TORPOR mean?

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Torpor is a state of physical lethargy, inactivity, and dormancy. It is characterized by a lack of energy and sluggishness, not by high levels of activity, alertness, or hyperactivity.

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15. HALE

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The correct definition of HALE is being free from disease or infirmity, robust, and vigorous, as seen in the phrase 'hale and hearty men in the prime of life.' The incorrect answers provided do not align with the definition of HALE.

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16. BRAZEN

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The correct answer describes the word 'brazen' as shameless or impudent, made of brass, or bold in action. The incorrect answers shy, timid, and humble are the opposite in meaning to brazen.

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17. What does the term 'citizenry' refer to?

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The term 'citizenry' refers to all citizens collectively, not to a type of democracy, form of government, or specific citizen's rights.

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18. What does the acronym SERE stand for?

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SERE stands for Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape. It is a program designed to train military personnel how to survive if they become isolated in enemy territory or taken as prisoners of war.

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19. What does the term FEALTY mean?

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Fealty is a term that signifies loyalty, faithfulness, and devotion to a person, cause, or country.

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What does the term 'ballast' refer to?
What is the definition of DISCOMFITURE?
What does the term SOLICITOUS mean?
What does the word 'reprove' mean?
INDURATE
ARCANE
IMPUGN
What does it mean to DALLY?
What does the term 'flippant' mean?
What does the term FRIABLE mean?
What is the definition of JEJUNE?
What does the term 'pedantic' mean?
What does TAINT mean?
What does the term TORPOR mean?
HALE
BRAZEN
What does the term 'citizenry' refer to?
What does the acronym SERE stand for?
What does the term FEALTY mean?
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