Synonyms (Advanced) — Set 9
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What is the best synonym for OPULENT?
Correct Answer: C. Luxurious
OPULENT means rich, luxurious, and showing abundant wealth. Luxurious is the most appropriate synonym. An opulent lifestyle features expensive comforts. The word suggests ostentatious display of wealth.
Select the synonym for ORACLE.
Correct Answer: B. Prophet
ORACLE means a person or agency providing wise counsel or prophecy. Prophet is the most fitting synonym. Historical oracles provided divine guidance. The word can describe both individuals and sources of wisdom.
Which word best matches ORDAIN.
Correct Answer: C. Decree
ORDAIN means to establish by law or decree; to authorize officially. Decree is the most appropriate synonym. To ordain someone as a priest is to formally authorize them. The word suggests official, authoritative action.
What is the synonym for ORDINANCE?
Correct Answer: C. Law
ORDINANCE means a law or regulation, especially a municipal one. Law is the most direct synonym. City ordinances regulate local behavior and business. The word emphasizes enforceable rules established by authority.
Select the best synonym for ORIENT.
Correct Answer: C. Align
ORIENT means to position or align with respect to compass points; also means to familiarize or adjust. Align is a fitting synonym. To orient yourself means to determine your direction. The word suggests establishing clear reference points.
Which term is most similar to ORNATE.
Correct Answer: C. Decorated
ORNATE means elaborately or heavily decorated. Decorated is an appropriate synonym, though ornate suggests excessive ornamentation. Ornate language uses flowery, elaborate expression. The word emphasizes rich, detailed embellishment.
What is the best synonym for OSCILLATE?
Correct Answer: B. Swing
OSCILLATE means to swing back and forth regularly; also means to fluctuate between states. Swing is the most fitting synonym. Oscillating opinions show fluctuation. The word describes regular, repetitive movement.
Select the synonym for OSTENSIBLE.
Correct Answer: C. Apparent
OSTENSIBLE means apparent or claimed, especially when not entirely true. Apparent is the most appropriate synonym. The ostensible reason differs from the true reason. The word suggests surface appearance versus hidden reality.
Which word best matches OSTRACIZE?
Correct Answer: C. Exclude
OSTRACIZE means to exclude or banish from a group or society. Exclude is the most fitting synonym. Ostracism was literally practiced in ancient Athens. The word emphasizes social rejection and isolation.
What is the synonym for OTARY?
Correct Answer: C. Seal
OTARY refers to an eared seal or sea lion. Seal is the most direct synonym. The word is less commonly used than sea lion. It appears in zoological contexts.