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MBA Entrance Vocabulary Practice Set 92

Practice 5 high-utility vocabulary words through meaning, synonym and antonym questions, then review explanations, examples and memory cues.

Five-word quiz

First submitted answer decides the point. You can review every word after submitting.

Q1. What is the closest meaning of “aphorism”?

aphorism • meaning

Q2. Which option is closest in meaning to “aplomb”?

aplomb • synonym

Q3. Which option is closest to the opposite of “apocalyptic”?

apocalyptic • antonym

Q4. What is the closest meaning of “apostate”?

apostate • meaning

Q5. Which option is closest in meaning to “appall”?

appall • synonym

Learning content for Set 92

aphorism

noun • Core

Meaning: a concise statement expressing a general truth

Synonyms: maxim, adage

Antonyms: rambling, discourse

Examples: The editorial described the episode as a clear case of aphorism. In this context, aphorism refers to a concise statement expressing a general truth.

aplomb

noun • Core

Meaning: self-confidence and composure

Synonyms: poise, assurance

Antonyms: panic, awkwardness

Examples: The editorial described the episode as a clear case of aplomb. In this context, aplomb refers to self-confidence and composure.

Memory trick: Think 'plumb line' staying steady → composure.

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apocalyptic

adjective • Core

Meaning: describing or predicting catastrophic destruction

Synonyms: catastrophic, doomsday

Antonyms: hopeful, benign

Examples: The columnist described the proposal as apocalyptic. In context, apocalyptic suggests something that is describing or predicting catastrophic destruction.

apostate

noun • Core

Meaning: person who abandons a belief or cause

Synonyms: defector, renegade

Antonyms: adherent, loyalist

Examples: The editorial described the episode as a clear case of apostate. In this context, apostate refers to person who abandons a belief or cause.

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appall

verb • Core

Meaning: greatly shock or horrify

Synonyms: horrify, dismay

Antonyms: delight, please

Examples: The passage uses the verb “appall” to describe an important action. Here, to appall means to greatly shock or horrify.