Vocab review #34

4/10/2023 6:00:00 AM

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Choose the sentence that is CLOSEST in meaning to the sentence given.

The carefully planned merger went awry at the final stage, causing serious damage.

  • Despite careful planning, the merger failed at the end and caused major losses.
  • The merger was handled carefully but still led to some unexpected costs.
  • The merger did not bring profit because it was delayed until the final stage.
  • The merger was rushed and poorly prepared, leading to problems near the end.

Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

There was a glaring error in the report that managers noticed during the review.

  • minor
  • common
  • obvious
  • tactical

Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

The new law carries massive implications for how businesses manage employee data.

  • effects
  • explanations
  • intentions
  • details

Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

The region continues to face a shortage of qualified healthcare professionals. (PERSIST)

Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

Delays in funding served to exacerbate the problems already facing the healthcare system.

  • resolve
  • stabilise
  • worsen
  • prevent

Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

Scientists warned that damage caused by illegal logging could be if action was delayed. (REVERSE)

Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

New safety measures were introduced to mitigate the risks faced by factory workers.

  • subdue
  • irritate
  • aggravate
  • moderate

Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

The company tried to incentivize employees by offering bonuses for higher productivity.

  • assist
  • monitor
  • instruct
  • discourage

Drag and drop to complete the sentences.

1. The rescue team's swift coordination was a(n) that saved many lives today.

2. The technology expanded his companies rapidly, influencing markets across several continents.

3. Her argument rested on the that sustainable growth requires long-term planning.

4. The students used a simple to quickly evaluate several possible solutions.

5. Diplomats stressed that lasting cooperation depends on between the participating countries.

6. The government increased its health to improve public services during the crisis.

Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

The workers tried to survive on a meager salary that barely covered basic living expenses.

  • minimal
  • modest
  • additional
  • considerable

Previous experience in programming is a(n) _____ for applying to the advanced course.

  • alternative
  • consequence
  • prerequisite
  • outcome

He agreed to the interview, with the _____ that he could approve the final article.

  • summary
  • caveat
  • conclusion
  • incentive

Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

The company attempted to deceive customers by hiding additional fees in complex contracts.

  • mislead
  • inform
  • reassure
  • educate

Liam: I still don’t understand why the committee rejected the proposal so quickly.

Ava: Honestly, their real _____ seems unclear, even after the meeting ended.

  • motive
  • budget
  • principle
  • benefit

Emma: The engineers said they heard a sharp cracking sound moments before the failure.

Caleb: That makes sense. A sudden _____ like that can destabilize the entire structure.

  • result
  • signal
  • estimate
  • rupture
The successful rollout of the new vaccination program has _____ public trust in the healthcare system.
  • distorted
  • undermined
  • bolstered
  • restricted

Sofia: The report includes several examples of poor data handling.

Marcus: These mistakes really _____ the need for stricter security measures.

  • conceal
  • detain
  • confuse
  • underscore

Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

Regular of essential supplies became critical after prolonged disruptions to the supply chain. (REPLENISH)

Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

Her allowed the team to overcome technical difficulties despite severe budget limitations. (INGENIOUS)

Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

The factory was permanently shut down after repeated safety violations were discovered.

  • temporarily
  • indefinitely
  • repeatedly
  • firmly

The researchers modified the experiment _____ to improve the accuracy of their results.

  • in comparison
  • in addition
  • in an attempt
  • with reference

Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

Crossing the river during the storm was extremely perilous for the rescue team.

  • secure
  • hazardous
  • risky
  • unpredictable

Linda: The project team simply followed all the requirements on the checklist.

Mark: That's the problem. If we want to impress the client, we need to _____ mere competence.

  • go beyond
  • stick to
  • hold back
  • brush aside

Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

The culture of unquestioning discouraged employees from challenging unrealistic management decisions. (SUBSERVIENT)

Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

The analysts had to grapple with the data before they could draw any conclusions.

  • tackle
  • skip
  • record
  • compile

Noah: Most candidates were cautious during the presentation.

Zara: True. But her _____ approach really stood out and impressed the panel.

  • reserved
  • vague
  • bold
  • certain

Drag and drop to complete the sentences.

1. The director’s statement left many people confused about the project’s future direction.

2. Several customers accused the company of using tactics to secure long-term contracts.

3. The weather patterns this summer have made it very difficult for farmers to plant.

4. The study revealed a(n) change in consumer behaviour that significantly affected sales.

5. Ensuring public safety remains as officials prepare for the approaching storm.

6. The team adopted a(n) approach that prevented issues before they could disrupt operations.

Find and correct one mistake in this sentence.

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Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

The committee has been wrestling with the issue for months to try to find a fair solution.

  • passing around
  • struggling with
  • putting off
  • setting aside

Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

Rising labour costs forced the company to relocate its facilities to another country. (FABRICATE)

The fan began to _____ slowly, cooling every corner of the small, crowded room.

  • stabilize
  • oscillate
  • freeze
  • decline

Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

One unusual quirk of the system is that it restarts automatically every night.

  • oddity
  • feature
  • improvement
  • function

Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

The policy change had a profound impact on the way the organisation operated.

  • dramatic
  • lasting
  • slight
  • intense

Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first one, using the word in brackets. You must use between TWO and SIX words, including the word given. Do NOT change the word given.

Ultimately, we can't complete the renovations because we don't have enough money. (DOWN)

=> Ultimately, it all enough money to finish the renovation work.

Mira: The company ignored repeated safety warnings for years.

Jonas: Their negligence practically _____ the crisis that followed.

  • invited
  • hindered
  • resolved
  • supervised

The pilot had to _____ the autopilot system to land the plane safely during the storm.

  • override
  • overlook
  • endorse
  • defer

Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

The athletes were champing at the bit as they waited for the start of the final race.

  • impatient
  • indifferent
  • eager
  • enthusiastic

In the early stages, the company produced only a few prototypes, but rising demand forced them to _____.

  • draw up
  • sum up
  • patch up
  • scale up

Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first one, using the word in brackets. You must use between TWO and SIX words, including the word given. Do NOT change the word given.

The unexpected rain completely ruined our plans for a weekend picnic. (PAID)

=> Our plans for a weekend picnic by the unexpected rain.

Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first one, using the word in brackets. You must use between TWO and SIX words, including the word given. Do NOT change the word given.

Any future failure to comply with the new policy will no longer be overlooked by the company. (SAND)

=> The company has and will not accept any further breaches of the new policy.

Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

The medicine is highly potent, meaning small doses can produce very strong effects.

  • mild
  • powerful
  • harmless
  • safe

Fred: The management wants me to lead the new overseas expansion project.

Geogre: Well, if you _____, you’ll need to be ready for a lot of responsibility.

  • turn it down
  • take it on
  • put it off
  • set it up

Find and correct one mistake in this sentence.

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Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

She is so meticulous that she checks every detail in the planning before approving decisions.

  • assertive
  • diligent
  • thorough
  • resilient

A customer has been calling technical support repeatedly, but the problem has not been solved. After hours of waiting and receiving the same instructions, she feels extremely frustrated and does not know what to do next.

Which expression best describes the customer's situation?

  • In control
  • On top of the world
  • At her wits' end
  • At the back of her mind

Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning to the first.

That old song’s melody reminded her strongly of childhood summers by the seaside.

=> The melody of that old song struck ..........

Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

She met her friends after work to let off steam and forget about the stressful day.

  • hold on
  • calm down
  • bottle up
  • turn off
Technical language is _____ the message and confusing many readers unnecessarily.
  • simplifying
  • clarifying
  • amplifying
  • obscuring

Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

Several important emails were deleted while the system was being upgraded overnight. (ADVERTENT)

Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

The manager implicitly approved the changes without stating his decision clearly.

  • casually
  • briefly
  • openly
  • privately

Several communities had to _____ rising unemployment during the economic downturn.

  • turn over
  • contend with
  • rely on
  • benefit from

Choose the sentence that is CLOSEST in meaning to the sentence given.

The engineers realized the repair job was a race against time because the floodwaters were rising fast.

  • The engineers quickly understood that they had to complete the repairs rapidly to stay ahead of the quickly rising floodwaters.
  • The engineers knew they had ample time to complete the repair before the floodwaters became a threat.
  • The engineers were competing with another team to see who could finish the repair job made by the rising floodwaters first.
  • The engineers realized they didn't have enough time to fix the damage before the floodwaters rose.

In the _____ of new findings, the theory must be reconsidered and possibly revised.

  • light
  • sense
  • case
  • face

Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first one, using the word in brackets. You must use between TWO and SIX words, including the word given. Do NOT change the word given.

Failure to improve team discipline will lead to their dismissal. (PRICE)

=> If the team's discipline doesn't improve, they will have being dismissed.

Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

The investigation was launched to improve safety, but it mainly protected the company’s image. (OSTENSIBLE)

James: The old software hasn’t been updated in years and lacks proper security patches.

Jackie: Systems like that are often _____ cyberattacks.

  • resistant to
  • useful for
  • aware of
  • prone to