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MBA Entrance Vocabulary Practice Set 113
Practice 5 high-utility vocabulary words through meaning, synonym and antonym questions, then review explanations, examples and memory cues.
Learning content for Set 113
inherent
adjective • Core
Meaning: existing as a natural and permanent feature
Synonyms: intrinsic, innate
Antonyms: acquired, external
Examples: The columnist described the proposal as inherent. In context, inherent suggests something that is existing as a natural and permanent feature.
innate
adjective • Core
Meaning: inborn or naturally present
Synonyms: inherent, inborn
Antonyms: acquired, learned
Examples: The columnist described the proposal as innate. In context, innate suggests something that is inborn or naturally present.
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inscrutable
adjective • Core
Meaning: impossible to understand or interpret
Synonyms: mysterious, enigmatic
Antonyms: clear, transparent
Examples: The columnist described the proposal as inscrutable. In context, inscrutable suggests something that is impossible to understand or interpret.
insolent
adjective • Core
Meaning: showing rude disrespect
Synonyms: impudent, disrespectful
Antonyms: respectful, deferential
Examples: The columnist described the proposal as insolent. In context, insolent suggests something that is showing rude disrespect.
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instigate
verb • Core
Meaning: bring about or initiate, especially trouble
Synonyms: provoke, incite
Antonyms: prevent, discourage
Examples: The passage uses the verb “instigate” to describe an important action. Here, to instigate means to bring about or initiate, especially trouble.