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MBA Entrance Vocabulary Practice Set 99

Practice 5 high-utility vocabulary words through meaning, synonym and antonym questions, then review explanations, examples and memory cues.

Five-word quiz

First submitted answer decides the point. You can review every word after submitting.

Q1. What is the closest meaning of “burlesque”?

burlesque • meaning

Q2. Which option is closest in meaning to “cacophony”?

cacophony • synonym

Q3. Which option is closest to the opposite of “callous”?

callous • antonym

Q4. What is the closest meaning of “caricature”?

caricature • meaning

Q5. Which option is closest in meaning to “carnal”?

carnal • synonym

Learning content for Set 99

burlesque

noun • Core

Meaning: an exaggerated imitation used for comic effect

Synonyms: parody, caricature

Antonyms: seriousness, realism

Examples: The editorial described the episode as a clear case of burlesque. In this context, burlesque refers to an exaggerated imitation used for comic effect.

cacophony

noun • Core

Meaning: a harsh mixture of sounds

Synonyms: discord, din

Antonyms: harmony, melody

Examples: The editorial described the episode as a clear case of cacophony. In this context, cacophony refers to a harsh mixture of sounds.

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callous

adjective • Core

Meaning: showing insensitive disregard for others

Synonyms: insensitive, unfeeling

Antonyms: compassionate, sensitive

Examples: The columnist described the proposal as callous. In context, callous suggests something that is showing insensitive disregard for others.

caricature

noun • Core

Meaning: a distorted representation exaggerating features

Synonyms: parody, lampoon

Antonyms: portrait, realism

Examples: The editorial described the episode as a clear case of caricature. In this context, caricature refers to a distorted representation exaggerating features.

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carnal

adjective • Core

Meaning: relating to physical desires of the body

Synonyms: sensual, bodily

Antonyms: spiritual, ascetic

Examples: The columnist described the proposal as carnal. In context, carnal suggests something that is relating to physical desires of the body.