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Plasticity
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B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
"Plasticity"
refers to the ability of a material to be shaped or molded. The opposite would
be "stiff," meaning rigid or inflexible.
Opposite words: Stiffness, Rigidity, Inflexibility, Obstinacy, Cogency.
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Tribute
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B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
"Tribute"
refers to an expression of respect, admiration, or gratitude. The opposite
would be "denunciation," which refers to public condemnation or
criticism.
Opposite words: Indictment, Censure, Rebuke, Reprimand, Denunciation.
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Ransack
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B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
"Ransack"
means to search through something in a way that causes damage or disorder,
often with the intent to steal. The opposite would be "guard,"
meaning to protect or keep safe.
Opposite words: Abandon, Hide, Guard.
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Perish
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B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
"Perish"
means to die or be destroyed. The opposite would be "survive,"
meaning to continue to live or exist.
Opposite words: Exist, Live, Breathe, Thrive.
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Frugal
A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
"Frugal"
refers to being careful with money or resources, spending little. The opposite
would be "extravagant," meaning wasteful or excessive in spending.
Opposite words: Bountiful, Charitable, Extravagant, Lavish, Prodigal, Wasteful.
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Asperity
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B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
"Asperity"
refers to harshness of tone or manner, especially in speech. The opposite would
be "mildness of temper," meaning a gentle or calm demeanor.
Opposite words: Politeness, Cordiality, Geniality, Urbanity.
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Placate
A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
"Placate"
means to calm or appease someone, especially to reduce their anger. The
opposite would be "antagonize," which means to provoke or stir up
hostility.
Opposite words: Anger, Infuriate, Enrage, Antagonize.
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Repine
A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
"Repine"
means to feel or express discontent or unhappiness. The opposite would be
"express joy," meaning to feel or show happiness or pleasure.
Opposite words: Accept, Delight, Endure, Rejoice, Tolerant.
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Protagonist
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B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
"Protagonist"
refers to the main character in a story, usually a hero or central figure. The
opposite would be "opponent," referring to someone who is against or
in opposition to the protagonist.
Opposite words: Antagonist, Adversary, Competitor, Opponent, Rival.
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Vacillate
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B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
"Vacillate"
means to be indecisive or waver between options. The opposite would be
"conclude," which means to come to a decision or finish a thought or
process.
Opposite words: Proceed, Advance, Decide, Conclude.
