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Difficulty: EasyIsolated Word Synonyms

Match each target vocabulary word on the left with its most accurate direct synonym on the right:

  • AUTHENTICGenuine
  • HAZARDOUSDangerous
  • TRANQUILPeaceful
  • RELUCTANTHesitant

Answer

AUTHENTIC pairs with Genuine, HAZARDOUS pairs with Dangerous, TRANQUIL pairs with Peaceful, and RELUCTANT pairs with Hesitant.
Each vocabulary term pairs precisely with its core dictionary synonym: AUTHENTIC corresponds to Genuine, HAZARDOUS corresponds to Dangerous, TRANQUIL corresponds to Peaceful, and RELUCTANT corresponds to Hesitant.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Define AUTHENTIC and identify its direct equivalent.
AUTHENTIC denotes something of undisputed origin or genuine nature, pairing with 'Genuine'.
Direct vocabulary recall.
2
Define HAZARDOUS and identify its direct equivalent.
HAZARDOUS denotes full of risk or peril, pairing with 'Dangerous'.
Direct vocabulary recall.
3
Define TRANQUIL and identify its direct equivalent.
TRANQUIL denotes a calm and quiet condition, pairing with 'Peaceful'.
Direct vocabulary recall.
4
Define RELUCTANT and identify its direct equivalent.
RELUCTANT denotes hesitation or unwillingness, pairing with 'Hesitant'.
Direct vocabulary recall.

Key Concept

Isolated Word Synonyms

Alternative Method

Substitute each isolated word and candidate synonym into a basic test phrase to verify that the essential meaning is preserved without alteration.
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