1
The candidate pruned his speech so he would not exceed the time limit.
70%
Answer Correctly
trim
fidelity
proximity
accessible
Solution
The definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess." Used in a sentence: The candidate pruned his speech so he would not exceed the time limit. The definition for accessible is "easy to reach or to approach.", the definition for proximity is "Closeness.", and the definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful."
2
The boy's insolence to the policeman embarrassed his mother.
71%
Answer Correctly
supple
parity
penurious
impudence
Solution
The definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness." Used in a sentence: The boy's insolence to the policeman embarrassed his mother. The definition for supple is "flexible.", the definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy.", and the definition for parity is "Equality."
3
The longer Jorge waited in line at the ticket counter, the more his exasperation grew.
80%
Answer Correctly
archaic
penurious
abate
irritation
Solution
The definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated." Used in a sentence: The longer Jorge waited in line at the ticket counter, the more his exasperation grew. The definition for abate is "become less in amount or intensity.", the definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time.", and the definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy."
4Implement most nearly means:
79%
Answer Correctly
incumbent
execute
genial
pretentious
Solution
The definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish." Used in a sentence: All Randolph needed to implement his plan was a moonless night and a long rope. The definition for genial is "sympathetic, friendly.", the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility.", and the definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims."
5
The accountant advised Justine not to report her incidental expenses.
53%
Answer Correctly
exception
absolve
petty
scapegoat
Solution
The definition for incidental is "Minor." Used in a sentence: The accountant advised Justine not to report her incidental expenses. The definition for scapegoat is "someone who bears the blame for others.", the definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt.", and the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply."