Synonyms 2

Question 1

Vigilant

Answer 1

(adj) watchful; wary; alert

Secret Service agents are vigilant in their duty to protect the president

Question 2

Sensible

Answer 2

(adj) astute; insightful; wise

Anna is a sensible girl who always makes practical decisions

Question 3

Absurd

Answer 3

(adj) foolish; ridiculous; ludicrous; preposterous

The story was so absurd that Shawn stopped reading after the first few pages

Question 4

Cringe

Answer 4

(v) flinch; shrink; cower; recoil

I always cringe at the sight of needles

Question 5

Inconspicuous

Answer 5

(adj) unremarkable; unassuming; indistinct

The undercover police officer was inconspicuous in his jeans and flannel shirt

Question 6

Bountiful

Answer 6

(adj) abundant; plentiful; generous; fruitful

The settlers rejoiced in their bountiful harvest

Question 7

Novice

Answer 7

(n) beginner; trainee; apprentice; amateur

Although Mandy was a novice at figure skating, she was learning quickly

Question 8

Prior

Answer 8

(adj) previous; earlier; preceding

Having missed the prior math assignment, Jessica had trouble completing her homework

Question 9

Invincible

Answer 9

(adj) indomitable; unconquerable; invulnerable

The king’s knights were invincible in battle

Question 10

Emphasize

Answer 10

(v) stress; accentuate; feature

My teacher always emphasize important ideas