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361. Synonym of "supplant" is _________?

  • A. to bury
  • B. stand by
  • C. displace
  • D. work under

Explanation: To supplant means to replace or displace something, often by taking its position or role. Stand by means to support or wait, not to replace.

Correct answer: displace

362. Synonym of "audacious" is _________?

  • A. full of energy
  • B. showing skill
  • C. pertaining to hearing
  • D. recklessly bold

Explanation: Audacious means boldly daring, often to the point of recklessness. Full of energy and showing skill are positive qualities but do not necessarily involve daring or risk.

Correct answer: recklessly bold

363. Synonym of "prowess" is _________?

  • A. beauty
  • B. pride
  • C. outstanding ability
  • D. determination

Explanation: Prowess means exceptional skill or outstanding ability, especially in a particular activity. Determination is persistence, but a person can be determined without being highly skilled.

Correct answer: outstanding ability

364. Synonym of "cult" is _________?

  • A. snobbery
  • B. tastefulness
  • C. sect
  • D. yearling

Explanation: A cult is a small religious or ideological group, especially one viewed as unconventional, so sect is the closest synonym. Snobbery and tastefulness concern social attitude and style, not organized belief.

Correct answer: sect

365. Synonym of "tango" is _________?

  • A. tropic fruit
  • B. outburst
  • C. desperate situation
  • D. a dance

Explanation: Tango is a partnered dance known for its distinctive rhythm and movements. The remaining options refer to a fruit, an emotional reaction, or a difficult situation.

Correct answer: a dance

366. Synonym of "contiguous" is _________?

  • A. proximate
  • B. distant
  • C. emergent
  • D. disparate

Explanation: Contiguous means touching or sharing a common boundary; proximate means very near and is the closest option. Distant and disparate express separation rather than closeness.

Correct answer: proximate

367. Synonym of "mangy" is _________?

  • A. sleek
  • B. long-limbed
  • C. shabby
  • D. voracious

Explanation: Mangy describes something shabby, unhealthy, or in poor condition, especially an animal with a diseased coat. Sleek is nearly the opposite, meaning smooth and well-groomed.

Correct answer: shabby

368. Synonym of "benchmark" is _________?

  • A. exhibition
  • B. reference point
  • C. label
  • D. repute

Explanation: A benchmark is a standard or reference point against which things are measured or compared. Exhibition, label, and repute do not carry this measuring-standard meaning.

Correct answer: reference point

369. Synonym of "implement" is _________?

  • A. to displace
  • B. entangle
  • C. carry out
  • D. guide

Explanation: As a verb, implement means to put a plan, decision, or law into effect, so carry out is the closest synonym. An implement can also be a tool as a noun, but that sense is not offered here.

Correct answer: carry out

370. Synonym of "abscond" is _________?

  • A. to depart secretly
  • B. yield
  • C. abdicate
  • D. resign

Explanation: To abscond means to leave secretly, usually to avoid arrest, responsibility, or punishment. Depart secretly captures both the movement and the concealment.

Correct answer: to depart secretly