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Difficulty: HardIdentifying Synonym and Near-Synonym Pairs

Which vocabulary term from the left column matches with its closest functional near-synonym in the right column? Match each sophisticated word in the left column with its precise semantic counterpart on the right.

  • languishingflagging
  • irasciblesplenetic
  • fastidiouspunctilious
  • pellucidlimpid

Answer

'languishing' pairs with 'flagging', 'irascible' pairs with 'splenetic', 'fastidious' pairs with 'punctilious', and 'pellucid' pairs with 'limpid'.
The correct matches are established by comparing the precise primary definitions of advanced GRE vocabulary words: 'languishing' matches 'flagging' (both signifying declining vigor), 'irascible' matches 'splenetic' (both indicating irritable temperament), 'fastidious' matches 'punctilious' (both meaning exacting and meticulous), and 'pellucid' matches 'limpid' (both expressing complete clarity).

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Analyze the semantic definition of 'languishing'.
Match 'languishing' with 'flagging'.
Both terms share the core meaning of diminishing vitality, becoming weak, or declining in vigor.
2
Analyze the temperament descriptor 'irascible'.
Connect 'irascible' with 'splenetic'.
Both adjectives describe individuals prone to ill temper, peevishness, or sudden anger.
3
Examine the precision descriptor 'fastidious'.
Match 'fastidious' with 'punctilious'.
Both words reflect extreme, scrupulous concern for correctness and meticulous detail.
4
Evaluate the clarity term 'pellucid'.
Pair 'pellucid' with 'limpid'.
Both terms signify complete lucidity, crystal clarity, or transparent expression.

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Identifying Synonym and Near-Synonym Pairs
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