Multiple choice

Directions: Pick out the synonym.

VENAL

  1. servile and cringing

  2. open to corrupt influence

  3. pleasant in manner

  4. deadly
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The correct answer is 'open to corrupt influence' which is the meaning of 'venal.' A venal person is corruptible and can be bribed or influenced by money or improper advantages. The other options are incorrect: servile and cringing means overly submissive, pleasant in manner refers to politeness, and deadly means lethal or fatal.

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