Mastering Synonyms and Antonyms: Level E Vocabulary Quiz

The words clever, deft, dexterous, and slick all imply skill or expertise in some way, which aligns with the meaning of 'Adroit'. The incorrect options do not share the same meaning and are not synonymous with the other words.

The words 'clumsy', 'inept', and 'all thumbs' are all synonymous and mean lacking skill or dexterity. The correct antonym for these words is 'adroit', which means having or showing skill, cleverness, or resourcefulness in handling situations.

The antonyms of hostile and antagonistic are amicable, friendly, kind, and sympathetic as they all represent positive and harmonious interactions.

The synonyms for disinclined and loath are averse, which means having a strong dislike or opposition towards something. The incorrect answers, enthusiastic, eager, and willing, all convey a positive or willing attitude, unlike averse which conveys a negative attitude.

The correct answer 'Belligerent' is a synonym for the adjectives: assertive, truculent, and pugnacious, which all convey a sense of aggression or hostility. The incorrect answers - Apathetic, Complacent, and Docile - do not share the same aggressive or confrontational connotations.

The word 'benevolent' means well-meaning and kind, making it the correct synonym for 'benign' and 'well-meaning'. The other incorrect answers have opposite meanings - 'Malevolent' means having or showing a wish to do evil to others, 'Hostile' means showing unfriendliness or opposition, and 'Malignant' means evil or harmful in nature.

The synonyms provided - fraud, double-dealing, chicanery - all point towards deceitful behavior, which aligns with the meaning of 'duplicity'. The incorrect answers, such as 'Honesty', 'Integrity', and 'Sincerity', do not capture the negative connotation associated with the given words.

The correct synonym for impulse, incentive, and spur is 'Impetus', as it refers to a force that causes an object to begin moving or become more active.

The antonyms for safety and security are words that suggest the opposite meaning, such as jeopardy, risk, danger, and peril.

The words 'favorably disposed, eager, keen' all indicate a positive attitude towards something. 'Averse' is the correct antonym as it signifies a strong dislike or opposition to something.

The correct answer, benevolent, is the antonym for malicious, spiteful, and malevolent as it means showing kindness and goodwill towards others.

Thorough, painstaking, and careful are all synonyms that emphasize attention to detail and completeness. The antonym of these qualities would be cursory, which means hasty and superficial in effort or detail. The incorrect answers, superficial, negligent, and inattentive, do not accurately convey the opposite meaning of the original terms.

The correct answer 'Extol' means to praise highly, while the incorrect options condole, mollify, and sanction do not serve as direct antonyms to critize, belittle, and disparage.

The correct antonym for unworkable and impractical is feasible, meaning something that is capable of being accomplished or carried out.

A grimace is a facial expression usually indicating pain, disgust, or disapproval, characterized by a contortion of the facial muscles.

The synonyms conflagration, devastation, and annihilation all point towards a large-scale destruction or disaster, which is encompassed by the word 'Holocaust'. While the incorrect answers may carry similar connotations, they do not capture the extreme and widespread devastation implied by the given synonyms.

The correct answer 'Holocaust' is the antonym of 'deluge' and 'inundation' as it means a complete mass destruction or slaughter, in contrast to the overwhelming abundance of water implied by the other words.

The correct answer 'Impervious' means not allowing anything to pass through; impenetrable, resistant, or proof against. 'Invincible', 'Permeable', and 'Susceptible' do not have the same meaning as the synonyms provided in the question.

The correct answer 'Impervious' is the opposite of porous, permeable, and vulnerable as it means not allowing fluid to pass through. The incorrect answers 'Discreet', 'Resilient', and 'Inviolable' do not directly relate to the concept of being impermeable or not allowing penetration.

The words curb, hindrance, impediment, and constraint all refer to something that restricts or hinders progress. In contrast, impetus is a word that means a driving force or motivation, making it the correct antonym in this context.

The synonyms provided in the question - risk, hazard, and peril - all suggest potential danger or uncertainty, which aligns with the word 'Jeopardy'. The incorrect answers - Security, Safety, and Certainty - convey the opposite meanings of danger or uncertainty, making them incorrect choices.

The synonyms provided in the question - fastidious, painstaking, and fussy all imply attention to detail and precision, which align with the correct answer 'Meticulous'. The incorrect answers 'Careless', 'Sloppy', and 'Negligent' are antonyms of meticulous and do not convey the same meaning.

Careless, negligent, and sloppy all describe a lack of attention to detail or thoroughness. Meticulous, on the other hand, means showing great attention to detail and being very careful and precise in one's work.

The correct answer for the synonyms of paragon and exemplar is quintessence, as it refers to the perfect example or embodiment of a quality or class.

The correct answer 'Amicable' means having a friendly or pleasant disposition. The incorrect answers are opposites or do not match the given synonyms.

The antonyms of peaceful, conciliatory, and placid are words that suggest aggression or hostility, such as belligerent, aggressive, hostile, and combative.

The correct answer 'Cursory' means hasty and not thorough, while 'Thorough', 'Diligent', and 'Meticulous' are antonyms as they suggest careful attention to detail.