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MBA Entrance Vocabulary Practice Set 13
Practice 5 high-utility vocabulary words through meaning, synonym and antonym questions, then review explanations, examples and memory cues.
Learning content for Set 13
candid
adjective • Core
Meaning: truthful and straightforward
Synonyms: frank, honest
Antonyms: evasive, deceptive
Examples: The editor described the argument as candid because it was truthful and straightforward. In the meeting, her candid response immediately changed how the team viewed the issue.
capricious
adjective • Core
Meaning: given to sudden and unpredictable changes
Synonyms: fickle, unpredictable
Antonyms: consistent, steady
Examples: The editor described the argument as capricious because it was given to sudden and unpredictable changes. In the meeting, her capricious response immediately changed how the team viewed the issue.
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cathartic
adjective • Core
Meaning: providing emotional release
Synonyms: cleansing, releasing
Antonyms: repressive, stifling
Examples: The editor described the argument as cathartic because it was providing emotional release. In the meeting, her cathartic response immediately changed how the team viewed the issue.
caustic
adjective • Core
Meaning: sarcastic in a scathing and bitter way
Synonyms: biting, scathing
Antonyms: gentle, complimentary
Examples: The editor described the argument as caustic because it was sarcastic in a scathing and bitter way. In the meeting, her caustic response immediately changed how the team viewed the issue.
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censure
noun • Core
Meaning: express severe disapproval of
Synonyms: condemnation, rebuke
Antonyms: approval, praise
Examples: The new evidence could censure the committee's earlier position. Good leaders know when to censure a problem rather than ignore it.