FSc Pre-Medical English Vocabulary — Set 3

Vocabulary MCQs set 3 for FSc Pre-Medical English — 20 solved questions.

FSc Pre-Medical English Vocabulary — Set 3

  1. Question 1

    Q1. In the sentence, 'The diplomat's nuanced response helped to mitigate the tension between the two nations,' the word 'mitigate' means to

    • A) exacerbate the situation
    • B) reduce the severity of the situation
    • C) ignore the problem
    • D) create a new issue

    Answer: reduce the severity of the situation

    Explanation: reduce the severity of the situation is correct because it matches what the question requires. MDCAT and USAT English reward precise grammar and vocabulary.

  2. Question 2

    Q2. The professor's 'laconic' reply left the student wondering if she had understood the question correctly. 'Laconic' here implies that the reply was

    • A) verbose and detailed
    • B) brief and to the point
    • C) confusing and ambiguous
    • D) enthusiastic and encouraging

    Answer: brief and to the point

    Explanation: brief and to the point is correct because it matches what the question requires. MDCAT and USAT English reward precise grammar and vocabulary.

  3. Question 3

    Q3. The 'perspicacious' investor was able to predict the market trend. 'Perspicacious' in this context means having

    • A) a keen understanding and insight
    • B) a tendency to follow the crowd
    • C) a strong dislike for risk
    • D) a preference for long-term investments

    Answer: a keen understanding and insight

    Explanation: Perspicacious means having keen understanding; option B is the opposite, describing a follower.

  4. Question 4

    Q4. The 'fastidious' editor reviewed the manuscript multiple times. 'Fastidious' here means being

    • A) careless and negligent
    • B) meticulous and demanding in standards
    • C) quick and efficient
    • D) indifferent to details

    Answer: meticulous and demanding in standards

    Explanation: meticulous and demanding in standards is correct because it matches what the question requires. MDCAT and USAT English reward precise grammar and vocabulary.

  5. Question 5

    Q5. The 'enervating' heatwave drained the city's energy. 'Enervating' in this context means

    • A) invigorating and refreshing
    • B) causing fatigue or weakness
    • C) having no effect on energy levels
    • D) providing a temporary boost

    Answer: causing fatigue or weakness

    Explanation: causing fatigue or weakness is correct because it matches what the question requires. MDCAT and USAT English reward precise grammar and vocabulary.

  6. Question 6

    Q6. The 'disingenuous' politician's promises were met with skepticism. 'Disingenuous' here implies

    • A) sincere and genuine
    • B) insincere and deceitful
    • C) ambitious and forward-thinking
    • D) experienced and knowledgeable

    Answer: insincere and deceitful

    Explanation: MDCAT and USAT English reward precise grammar and vocabulary usage. MDCAT and USAT English reward precise grammar and vocabulary.

  7. Question 7

    Q7. The 'ebullient' personality of the host made the party enjoyable. 'Ebullient' in this context means

    • A) enthusiastic and lively
    • B) boring and dull
    • C) reserved and shy
    • D) strict and formal

    Answer: enthusiastic and lively

    Explanation: Work each step carefully; ISSB math rewards accuracy under time pressure. MDCAT and USAT English reward precise grammar and vocabulary.

  8. Question 8

    Q8. The 'mercurial' nature of the weather made it difficult to plan outdoor activities. 'Mercurial' here implies

    • A) changeable and unpredictable
    • B) stable and consistent
    • C) hot and humid
    • D) cold and snowy

    Answer: changeable and unpredictable

    Explanation: MDCAT and USAT English reward precise grammar and vocabulary usage. MDCAT and USAT English reward precise grammar and vocabulary.

  9. Question 9

    Q9. The 'prolix' professor's lectures were often tedious. 'Prolix' in this context means

    • A) brief and concise
    • B) lengthy and wordy
    • C) engaging and interactive
    • D) clear and concise

    Answer: lengthy and wordy

    Explanation: lengthy and wordy is correct because it matches what the question requires. MDCAT and USAT English reward precise grammar and vocabulary.

  10. Question 10

    Q10. The 'sagacious' decision to invest in renewable energy paid off. 'Sagacious' here means

    • A) having keen discernment and good judgment
    • B) lacking foresight and prudence
    • C) based on emotions rather than facts
    • D) made impulsively without consideration

    Answer: having keen discernment and good judgment

    Explanation: having keen discernment and good judgment is correct because it matches what the question requires. MDCAT and USAT English reward precise grammar and vocabulary.

  11. Question 11

    Q11. The 'tendentious' article presented a biased view. 'Tendentious' in this context means

    • A) neutral and impartial
    • B) having or showing a strong bias
    • C) well-researched and factual
    • D) engaging and entertaining

    Answer: having or showing a strong bias

    Explanation: having or showing a strong bias is correct because it matches what the question requires. MDCAT and USAT English reward precise grammar and vocabulary.

  12. Question 12

    Q12. The 'vapid' conversation at the dinner party was uninteresting. 'Vapid' here implies

    • A) lively and engaging
    • B) dull and lacking in interest
    • C) deep and meaningful
    • D) argumentative and confrontational

    Answer: dull and lacking in interest

    Explanation: dull and lacking in interest is correct because it matches what the question requires. MDCAT and USAT English reward precise grammar and vocabulary.

  13. Question 13

    Q13. The 'abstruse' philosophical text was difficult to comprehend. 'Abstruse' in this context means

    • A) clear and easily understood
    • B) difficult to understand; obscure
    • C) simple and straightforward
    • D) complex but accessible

    Answer: difficult to understand; obscure

    Explanation: difficult to understand; obscure is correct because it matches what the question requires. MDCAT and USAT English reward precise grammar and vocabulary.

  14. Question 14

    Q14. The 'garrulous' neighbor dominated the conversation. 'Garrulous' here means

    • A) talkative and loquacious
    • B) reserved and taciturn
    • C) friendly and approachable
    • D) angry and confrontational

    Answer: talkative and loquacious

    Explanation: MDCAT and USAT English reward precise grammar and vocabulary usage. MDCAT and USAT English reward precise grammar and vocabulary.

  15. Question 15

    Q15. The 'invidious' task of comparing the two candidates was challenging. 'Invidious' in this context means

    • A) unfairly discriminatory
    • B) fair and unbiased
    • C) simple and straightforward
    • D) complex but manageable

    Answer: unfairly discriminatory

    Explanation: unfairly discriminatory is correct because it matches what the question requires. MDCAT and USAT English reward precise grammar and vocabulary.

  16. Question 16

    Q16. The 'limpid' explanation helped clarify the complex concept. 'Limpid' here means

    • A) clear and transparent
    • B) confusing and ambiguous
    • C) complex and convoluted
    • D) simple but misleading

    Answer: clear and transparent

    Explanation: Work each step carefully; ISSB math rewards accuracy under time pressure. MDCAT and USAT English reward precise grammar and vocabulary.

  17. Question 17

    Q17. The 'mellifluous' voice of the singer was soothing. 'Mellifluous' in this context means

    • A) harsh and discordant
    • B) smooth and sweet-sounding
    • C) loud and boisterous
    • D) soft and whispery

    Answer: smooth and sweet-sounding

    Explanation: smooth and sweet-sounding is correct because it matches what the question requires. MDCAT and USAT English reward precise grammar and vocabulary.

  18. Question 18

    Q18. The 'perfidious' actions of the company led to a loss of trust. 'Perfidious' here means

    • A) disloyal or treacherous
    • B) loyal and faithful
    • C) honest and transparent
    • D) cooperative and supportive

    Answer: disloyal or treacherous

    Explanation: MDCAT and USAT English reward precise grammar and vocabulary usage. MDCAT and USAT English reward precise grammar and vocabulary.

  19. Question 19

    Q19. The 'sophisticated' technology improved efficiency. 'Sophisticated' in this context means

    • A) complex and advanced
    • B) simple and outdated
    • C) reliable and robust
    • D) new and innovative

    Answer: complex and advanced

    Explanation: complex and advanced is correct because it matches what the question requires. MDCAT and USAT English reward precise grammar and vocabulary.

  20. Question 20

    Q20. The 'terse' message conveyed the information succinctly. 'Terse' here means

    • A) brief and to the point
    • B) lengthy and detailed
    • C) polite and courteous
    • D) rude and abrupt

    Answer: brief and to the point

    Explanation: MDCAT and USAT English reward precise grammar and vocabulary usage. MDCAT and USAT English reward precise grammar and vocabulary.

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