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MBA Entrance Vocabulary Practice Set 36
Practice 5 high-utility vocabulary words through meaning, synonym and antonym questions, then review explanations, examples and memory cues.
Learning content for Set 36
innocuous
adjective • Advanced
Meaning: not harmful or offensive
Synonyms: harmless, inoffensive
Antonyms: harmful, dangerous
Examples: The editor described the argument as innocuous because it was not harmful or offensive. In the meeting, her innocuous response immediately changed how the team viewed the issue.
Memory trick: Sounds like 'innocent' → harmless.
insidious
adjective • Advanced
Meaning: proceeding gradually but with harmful effects
Synonyms: subtle, treacherous
Antonyms: obvious, benign
Examples: The editor described the argument as insidious because it was proceeding gradually but with harmful effects. In the meeting, her insidious response immediately changed how the team viewed the issue.
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intrepid
adjective • Advanced
Meaning: fearless and adventurous
Synonyms: fearless, bold
Antonyms: timid, fearful
Examples: The editor described the argument as intrepid because it was fearless and adventurous. In the meeting, her intrepid response immediately changed how the team viewed the issue.
intransigent
adjective • Advanced
Meaning: unwilling to change one's views or agree
Synonyms: unyielding, obstinate
Antonyms: flexible, accommodating
Examples: The editor described the argument as intransigent because it was unwilling to change one's views or agree. In the meeting, her intransigent response immediately changed how the team viewed the issue.
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intrinsic
adjective • Advanced
Meaning: belonging naturally and essentially
Synonyms: inherent, essential
Antonyms: extrinsic, external
Examples: The editor described the argument as intrinsic because it was belonging naturally and essentially. In the meeting, her intrinsic response immediately changed how the team viewed the issue.
Memory trick: IN = within → belonging naturally from within.