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MBA Entrance Vocabulary Practice Set 140
Practice 5 high-utility vocabulary words through meaning, synonym and antonym questions, then review explanations, examples and memory cues.
Learning content for Set 140
bland
adjective • Advanced
Meaning: lacking strong features, taste, or character
Synonyms: mild, insipid
Antonyms: vivid, spicy
Examples: The columnist described the proposal as bland. In context, bland suggests something that is lacking strong features, taste, or character.
brusque
adjective • Advanced
Meaning: abrupt or blunt in manner
Synonyms: curt, blunt
Antonyms: courteous, gentle
Examples: The columnist described the proposal as brusque. In context, brusque suggests something that is abrupt or blunt in manner.
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cadge
verb • Advanced
Meaning: obtain something by begging or taking advantage
Synonyms: scrounge, beg
Antonyms: give, provide
Examples: The passage uses the verb “cadge” to describe an important action. Here, to cadge means to obtain something by begging or taking advantage.
cajole
verb • Advanced
Meaning: persuade through flattery or gentle pressure
Synonyms: coax, wheedle
Antonyms: deter, repel
Examples: The passage uses the verb “cajole” to describe an important action. Here, to cajole means to persuade through flattery or gentle pressure.
Memory trick: Cajole = coax with charm.
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candour
noun • Advanced
Meaning: the quality of being open and honest
Synonyms: frankness, honesty
Antonyms: deceit, evasiveness
Examples: The editorial described the episode as a clear case of candour. In this context, candour refers to the quality of being open and honest.