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2761. Choose the answer that is most similar to queue.

  • A. Bench
  • B. Order
  • C. Line
  • D. Accident

Explanation: This is the correct synonym. "Line" refers to a sequence of people or things waiting one behind the other, which is the same meaning as "queue."

Correct answer: Line

2762. Choose the opposite meaning word to laud.

  • A. Criticise
  • B. Lament
  • C. Praise
  • D. Oppose

Explanation: This means to express approval or admiration, which is the same as "laud."

Correct answer: Praise

2763. Choose the answer that is most similar to exude.

  • A. Ooze
  • B. Exhaust
  • C. Absorb
  • D. Contain

Explanation: This means to slowly leak or seep out, which is a synonym for "exude" because it also describes something being released or emitted gradually.

Correct answer: Ooze

2764. Choose the answer that is most similar to secular.

  • A. Non-religious
  • B. Unpopular
  • C. Special
  • D. Notable

Explanation: This is a direct synonym for "secular," meaning not related to religion.

Correct answer: Non-religious

2765. Choose the answer that is most similar to quiver.

  • A. Tremble
  • B. Move
  • C. Tremendous
  • D. Pacify

Explanation: This means to shake involuntarily, which is a synonym for "quiver." Both describe a slight, rapid shaking or vibrating motion.

Correct answer: Tremble

2766. Choose the answer that is most similar to waft.

  • A. Wave
  • B. Drift
  • C. Stump
  • D. Keep

Explanation: This means to be carried slowly by a current or air, which is a synonym for "waft." Both involve a gentle, floating movement through the air.

Correct answer: Drift

2767. Choose the answer that is most similar to genocide.

  • A. Murder of a family member
  • B. Extermination of an entire race or nation
  • C. Assassination of a king
  • D. Self-destruction

Explanation: This accurately defines "genocide," as it involves the mass killing of people based on their race or nationality.

Correct answer: Extermination of an entire race or nation

2768. Choose the answer that is most similar to fastidious.

  • A. Delicate
  • B. Affable
  • C. Breezy
  • D. Lenient

Explanation: Fastidious means meticulous, demanding, and having a strong attention to detail, often describing someone who is precise and exacting.Delicate is a synonym of fastidious, as it also means requiring careful handling or attention, often describing something that is precise and exacting.

Correct answer: Delicate

2769. Choose the answer that is most similar to fraudulent.

  • A. Legitimate
  • B. Truthful
  • C. Deceitful
  • D. Aboveboard

Explanation: Fraudulent means intentionally deceptive or dishonest, often describing something that is fake or counterfeit.Deceitful is a synonym of fraudulent, as it also means intentionally deceptive or dishonest, often describing something that is fake or misleading.

Correct answer: Deceitful

2770. Choose the answer that is most similar to intricate.

  • A. Elaborate
  • B. Naked
  • C. Plain
  • D. Noncomplex

Explanation: Intricate means complex or detailed, often describing something with many intricate parts or elements.Elaborate is a synonym of intricate, as it also means complex or detailed, often describing something with many elaborate parts or elements.

Correct answer: Elaborate