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2491. choose the option closest in meaning to beckon:

  • A. Can
  • B. terminate
  • C. reject
  • D. Motion

Explanation: is the most appropriate choice. "Beckon" often involves making a motion or gesture with the intention of signaling someone to approach or indicating a desired action.

Correct answer: Motion

2492. choose the option closest in meaning to bigot

  • A. Tolerant
  • B. moderate
  • C. Adequate
  • D. Extremist

Explanation: is the most appropriate choice. "Bigot" and "extremist" both refer to someone who holds extreme, intolerant views and is unwilling to consider alternative perspectives.

Correct answer: Extremist

2493. choose the option closest in meaning to evident:

  • A. Obscure
  • B. unclear
  • C. patent
  • D. Unmarked

Explanation: is the most appropriate choice. "Patent" means easily recognizable and evident, aligning with the meaning of "evident."

Correct answer: patent

2494. choose the option closest in meaning to fascinating:

  • A. Beguiling
  • B. Repellent
  • C. hideous
  • D. repugnant

Explanation: is the most appropriate choice. "Fascinating" and "beguiling" both suggest captivating, enchanting, or charming qualities that attract attention and interest

Correct answer: Beguiling

2495. choose the option closest in meaning to fleece:

  • A. Sincerity
  • B. flee
  • C. busy
  • D. Defraud

Explanation: "Fleece" in this context means to deceive or trick someone, often to obtain money dishonestly. "Defraud" carries a similar meaning of obtaining money, goods, or services by deceitful or dishonest means.

Correct answer: Defraud

2496. choose the option closest in meaning to flippant:

  • A. Stern
  • B. Facetious
  • C. somber
  • D. humorless

Explanation: is the most appropriate choice. "Facetious" refers to treating serious issues with deliberately inappropriate humor, and it aligns with the idea of being flippant.

Correct answer: Facetious

2497. choose the option closest in meaning to gregarious:

  • A. Introverts
  • B. Timid
  • C. fearful
  • D. Extrovert

Explanation: is the most appropriate choice. "Gregarious" and "extrovert" both refer to a sociable and outgoing personality, indicating a preference for social interaction.

Correct answer: Extrovert

2498. choose the option closest in meaning to honorable:

  • A. Shameful
  • B. Admirable
  • C. vile
  • D. detestable

Explanation: is the most appropriate choice. "Admirable" conveys a positive and praiseworthy quality, aligning with the idea of being honorable.

Correct answer: Admirable

2499. choose the option closest in meaning to placid:

  • A. Aggressive
  • B. angry
  • C. Tranquil
  • D. Cold

Explanation: is the most appropriate choice. "Placid" and "tranquil" both describe a state of calmness and peacefulness.

Correct answer: Tranquil

2500. choose the option closest in meaning to prodigal:

  • A. Cautious
  • B. wary
  • C. Excess
  • D. Profligate

Explanation: is the most appropriate choice. "Prodigal" and "profligate" both describe someone who is recklessly extravagant and wasteful, especially with money or resources.

Correct answer: Profligate