Question 8786:

Choose among the options A-E the word that is nearest in meaning to the italicized words in each of the sentences

He resented being criticized every time by his boss.

A. Preferred
B. Abhorred
C. Ignored
D. Carefully considered
E. Enjoyed

Question 8787:

Choose among the options A-E the word that is nearest in meaning to the italicized words in each of the sentences

The president announced that all political prisoners have been pardoned.

A. Condemned
B. Severely rebuked
C. Banished
D. Reprieved
E. Released

Question 8788:

Choose among the options A-E the word that is nearest in meaning to the italicized words in each of the sentences

The most striking thing about the just-concluded WorldCup Finals in Germany was the complete eclipse of the defending champion - Brazil.

A. Sudden disappearance
B. Defeat
C. Failure
D. Brilliant performance
E. Arrogance

Question 8789:

Choose among the options A-E the word that is nearest in meaning to the italicized words in each of the sentences

His latest album has done much to boost his reputation as a writer.

A. Increase
B. Establish
C. Nourish
D. Destroy
E. Decrease

Question 8790:

Choose from the option A-E the word or phrase opposite in meaning to the underlined word

Andrew is too garrulous for my liking.

A. Dull
B. Apathetic
C. Laconic
D. Easygoing
E. Dumb