Synonyms - 1

Abhorrent means causing disgust or hatred, something detestable. 'Repugnant' shares this meaning of something disgusting or offensive. While 'appalling' also has a similar negative connotation, 'repugnant' is the closest synonym for abhorrent in terms of strong moral or physical disgust.

In this context, 'abide' means to tolerate or put up with someone/something. 'Bear' is used in the same sense - to endure or tolerate. The phrase 'can't abide' means 'can't tolerate' or 'can't stand'.

Here 'abide' means to tolerate or endure. 'Stand' is the correct synonym in this context - to tolerate or bear something. The phrase 'couldn't abide' means 'couldn't tolerate' or 'couldn't stand'.

Abominable means extremely unpleasant, detestable, or disgusting. 'Disgusting' is the closest synonym among the options. While 'ridiculous' means absurd or silly, it doesn't capture the strong negative quality of abominable.

In this context, abominable means dreadful, horrific, or extremely bad. 'Appalling' captures this sense perfectly - shocking or horrific. The crime being described as abominable means it was horrific in nature.

Abrupt in this context means brief, curt, or rudely brief in speech or manner. 'Curt' is the perfect synonym - meaning noticeably brief and somewhat rude in speech or manner. She spoke to him in a curt, abrupt way.

Absorbed in this context means deeply interested or engaged in something. 'Engrossed' is the exact synonym - meaning completely occupied or fascinated with something. The work had fully engaged his attention and interest.

Absurd means ridiculous, silly, or unreasonable. 'Ridiculous' is a direct synonym - something that is absurd is by definition ridiculous. The uniforms looked foolish or silly in appearance.

Abandon in this context means to leave behind or give up something. 'Leave' is the correct synonym - they had to leave/abandon their lands. This refers to being forced to leave territory to an invading force.

In this context, 'abused' refers to verbal abuse - being spoken to insultingly or disrespectfully. 'Insulted' is the correct synonym. The referee received verbal abuse and insults.

Abundant means existing in large quantities, plentiful, or copious. 'Plentiful' is the direct synonym - they had plenty of evidence to prove guilt. Both words convey the idea of having more than enough of something.

In the context of pronunciation, 'accent' refers to stress or emphasis placed on a particular syllable when speaking a word. 'Stress' is the correct synonym - the stress in 'today' falls on the second syllable.

Accent in this context means special importance or attention given to something. Emphasis is the correct synonym as it conveys the same meaning of highlighting quality as the primary focus. The other options (insulted, misuse, stress, obliged) don't capture this meaning.

Accustomed means being in the habit of doing something or being familiar with it. Habitual is the best synonym here as it directly relates to established patterns of behavior. Used to is a phrase with similar meaning but is less formal.

Abuse in this context refers to the improper or corrupt use of power or authority. Misuse is the correct synonym as it captures the essence of using something inappropriately or wrongly. The other options don't convey this meaning.

Ached in this context means to have an intense desire or longing for something. Longed is the correct synonym as it expresses a deep, emotional yearning. The other options (accomplished, attained, bitter, sour) are unrelated to this meaning.

Achieved means to successfully reach a goal or complete something. Attained is the best synonym here as it specifically refers to reaching an objective or desired outcome. Accomplished has a similar meaning but focuses more on completing a task.

Accrued refers to something that has accumulated or been added to over a period of time, especially debts or benefits. Accumulated is the correct synonym as it conveys the idea of gradual collection or buildup. The other options don't match this meaning.

Accommodated in this context means to adapt to someone's needs or to do something to help them. Obliged is the correct synonym here as it conveys the sense of doing a favor or being helpful by giving interviews. The other options don't capture this meaning.

Accomplished means to successfully complete or achieve something. Achieved is the correct synonym as it conveys the sense of successfully reaching a goal or finishing a task. The other options don't match this meaning.

Accustomed means being familiar with something through regular experience or habit. Used to is the correct synonym here as it directly expresses being in the habit of doing something. Habitual is similar but is an adjective rather than a phrase.

Achieved in this context means to have successfully done or accomplished something. Accomplished is the correct synonym as it conveys the sense of having completed something successfully. Attained focuses more on reaching a goal rather than the act of completion.

Amassed means to gather or collect something in large quantities over time. Accumulated is the correct synonym as it conveys the idea of gradually building up a collection or fortune. The other options don't match this meaning.

Acrimonious refers to something characterized by bitterness, anger, or hostility. Bitter is the correct synonym here as it captures the negative, angry emotions associated with conflict. Sour has similar connotations but is less intense than bitter in this context.

Acidic means having a pH less than 7, and in the context of food, acidic juices taste sour. The word 'sour' is the correct synonym as it directly describes the sharp, tart taste characteristic of acidic substances. Options like 'longed' and 'accomplished' are completely unrelated to acidity.