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MBA Entrance Vocabulary Practice Set 185
Practice 5 high-utility vocabulary words through meaning, synonym and antonym questions, then review explanations, examples and memory cues.
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panegyric
noun • Expert
Meaning: a public speech or text praising someone highly
Synonyms: eulogy, tribute
Antonyms: diatribe, criticism
Examples: The editorial described the episode as a clear case of panegyric. In this context, panegyric refers to a public speech or text praising someone highly.
parvenu
noun • Expert
Meaning: a person of humble origin who has gained wealth or status
Synonyms: upstart, newcomer
Antonyms: aristocrat, old hand
Examples: The editorial described the episode as a clear case of parvenu. In this context, parvenu refers to a person of humble origin who has gained wealth or status.
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perjury
noun • Expert
Meaning: the offence of lying under oath
Synonyms: false testimony, lying
Antonyms: truthfulness, honesty
Examples: The editorial described the episode as a clear case of perjury. In this context, perjury refers to the offence of lying under oath.
pervasive
adjective • Expert
Meaning: spreading widely throughout an area or group
Synonyms: widespread, ubiquitous
Antonyms: limited, localized
Examples: The columnist described the proposal as pervasive. In context, pervasive suggests something that is spreading widely throughout an area or group.
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petulant
adjective • Expert
Meaning: childishly sulky or bad-tempered
Synonyms: peevish, irritable
Antonyms: cheerful, patient
Examples: The columnist described the proposal as petulant. In context, petulant suggests something that is childishly sulky or bad-tempered.