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Synonym of exigent is ____.

  • A. Optional
  • B. Decorative
  • C. Pressing
  • D. Leisurely
Explanation:
Exigent describes something urgent or pressing.

Synonym of exculpate is ____.

  • A. Incriminate
  • B. Absolve
  • C. Indict
  • D. Chastise
Explanation:
Exculpate means to clear from blame; absolve matches.

Synonym of exacerbate is ____.

  • A. Attenuate
  • B. Appease
  • C. Aggravate
  • D. Overlook
Explanation:
Exacerbate means to make worse; aggravate is a direct synonym.

Synonym of eschew is ____.

  • A. Indulge
  • B. Justify
  • C. Abstain
  • D. Pursue
Explanation:
Eschew means to deliberately avoid; abstain captures that idea.

Synonym of erudite is ____.

  • A. Credulous
  • B. Frivolous
  • C. Scholarly
  • D. Superstitious
Explanation:
Erudite means highly learned; scholarly is closest.

Synonym of equivocate is ____.

  • A. Denounce
  • B. Hedge
  • C. Proclaim
  • D. Exult
Explanation:
To equivocate is to avoid commitment by hedging.

Synonym of ephemeral is ____.

  • A. Perpetual
  • B. Transitory
  • C. Stagnant
  • D. Enduring
Explanation:
Ephemeral means short-lived; transitory matches.

Synonym of enervate is ____.

  • A. Galvanize
  • B. Invigorate
  • C. Debilitate
  • D. Fortify
Explanation:
Enervate means to weaken or debilitate.

Synonym of emulate is ____.

  • A. Mimic
  • B. Sabotage
  • C. Repulse
  • D. Obstruct
Explanation:
Emulate means to imitate with the aim of matching or surpassing.

Synonym of efficacious is ____.

  • A. Ornamental
  • B. Potent
  • C. Tepid
  • D. Ineffectual
Explanation:
Efficacious means effective; potent captures strong effectiveness.