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MBA Entrance Vocabulary Practice Set 9
Practice 5 high-utility vocabulary words through meaning, synonym and antonym questions, then review explanations, examples and memory cues.
Learning content for Set 9
ardent
adjective • Core
Meaning: very enthusiastic or passionate
Synonyms: passionate, fervent
Antonyms: apathetic, indifferent
Examples: The editor described the argument as ardent because it was very enthusiastic or passionate. In the meeting, her ardent response immediately changed how the team viewed the issue.
arduous
adjective • Core
Meaning: requiring great effort
Synonyms: difficult, laborious
Antonyms: easy, effortless
Examples: The editor described the argument as arduous because it was requiring great effort. In the meeting, her arduous response immediately changed how the team viewed the issue.
Memory trick: Sounds like 'harduous' → hard, demanding work.
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articulate
adjective • Core
Meaning: able to express ideas clearly and effectively
Synonyms: eloquent, expressive
Antonyms: inarticulate, unclear
Examples: The editor described the argument as articulate because it was able to express ideas clearly and effectively. In the meeting, her articulate response immediately changed how the team viewed the issue.
ascetic
adjective • Core
Meaning: practising severe self-discipline and avoiding luxury
Synonyms: abstemious, austere
Antonyms: indulgent, hedonistic
Examples: The editor described the argument as ascetic because it was practising severe self-discipline and avoiding luxury. In the meeting, her ascetic response immediately changed how the team viewed the issue.
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assiduous
adjective • Core
Meaning: showing great care and persistent effort
Synonyms: diligent, industrious
Antonyms: lazy, negligent
Examples: The editor described the argument as assiduous because it was showing great care and persistent effort. In the meeting, her assiduous response immediately changed how the team viewed the issue.