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MBA Entrance Vocabulary Practice Set 14
Practice 5 high-utility vocabulary words through meaning, synonym and antonym questions, then review explanations, examples and memory cues.
Learning content for Set 14
chagrin
noun • Core
Meaning: distress or embarrassment caused by failure
Synonyms: embarrassment, disappointment
Antonyms: delight, pride
Examples: The article discusses the chagrin surrounding the decision in a clear, balanced way. His response revealed a chagrin that the interview panel had not expected.
circumspect
adjective • Core
Meaning: careful to consider risks and consequences
Synonyms: cautious, prudent
Antonyms: reckless, careless
Examples: The editor described the argument as circumspect because it was careful to consider risks and consequences. In the meeting, her circumspect response immediately changed how the team viewed the issue.
Memory trick: CIRCUM = around + SPECT = look → look around before acting.
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coerce
verb • Core
Meaning: persuade someone by force or threats
Synonyms: compel, intimidate
Antonyms: persuade, allow
Examples: The new evidence could coerce the committee's earlier position. Good leaders know when to coerce a problem rather than ignore it.
cogent
adjective • Core
Meaning: clear, logical, and convincing
Synonyms: convincing, compelling
Antonyms: weak, unconvincing
Examples: The editor described the argument as cogent because it was clear, logical, and convincing. In the meeting, her cogent response immediately changed how the team viewed the issue.
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coherent
adjective • Core
Meaning: logical and consistent
Synonyms: logical, consistent
Antonyms: incoherent, disjointed
Examples: The editor described the argument as coherent because it was logical and consistent. In the meeting, her coherent response immediately changed how the team viewed the issue.