Question

Difficulty: EasyIsolated Word Synonyms

Which word is closest in meaning to the capitalized word CONCEAL?

  1. A
    Reveal
  2. B
    Cancel
  3. HideAnswer
  4. D
    Concede

Answer

Hide
The verb CONCEAL means to keep something from being observed, noticed, or discovered. The word 'Hide' shares this identical meaning and is the direct synonym.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Determine the core definition of the target word CONCEAL.
The verb CONCEAL means to prevent something from being seen, known, or discovered; to put out of sight.
Establishing the precise meaning of the isolated target word defines the criteria for identifying its direct synonym.
2
Compare the definition against each provided answer choice.
'Hide' directly denotes keeping something out of sight or secret, perfectly matching the definition of CONCEAL.
A valid synonym must express the same primary meaning and match the grammatical part of speech.

Key Concept

Direct Synonym Identification for Isolated Vocabulary
Estimated Time:30s
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