Synonyms

A wiseacre is a person who pretends to be wise or knowledgeable, often in an annoying or arrogant way. It is synonymous with a smart aleck.

Wobbly means to be weak and unsteady.

A buzzard is a type of bird of prey, specifically a vulture or a hawk, depending on the region. In this context, it refers to the bird.

To botch something means to carry out a task badly or carelessly, resulting in a poor outcome. It is synonymous with bungling or messing up.

A person who is considered mad or crazy is also called "nutty" or "nuts".

Badinage refers to humorous or witty conversation, often involving light teasing. It is synonymous with banter.

Specious describes something that appears plausible or correct on the surface but is actually false or deceptive. It is often used to describe arguments that sound good but lack substance.

To jiggle means to move or shake something lightly and quickly from side to side or up and down.

Boyo is an informal term, often used in British or Irish English, to refer to a boy or a man. The other options do not capture this noun definition.

 Come-hither is similar in meaning to flirtatious.

A tear jerker is an idiom describing a story, film, or song that is so sad it makes people cry. The other options are unrelated to this emotional impact.

Lumpen refers to the lowest social class or people who are displaced and dispossessed. While 'humble' is sometimes associated with lower status, it is a loose synonym; however, in many test contexts, it is the intended answer for lack of a better fit.

Braggadocio refers to arrogant or boastful behavior. Empty boasting is the most accurate definition among the choices provided.

An infidel is a person who does not believe in a particular religion, or who adheres to a religion other than one's own. Option D correctly identifies this.

Ayatollah is the title of a leader in Iran or other Muslim countries.

To countermand is to revoke or cancel an order by issuing a contrary one. Option B accurately describes this action.

Skullduggery refers to underhanded, unscrupulous, or dishonest behavior. Option C is the standard definition.

To construe is to interpret or explain the meaning of something in a particular way. Option A is the correct definition.

To flout is to openly disregard or mock a rule or law. While 'mockery' is a noun, it is the closest thematic match among the options provided.

Evanescent means quickly fading or disappearing from sight or memory. Vanishing is a direct synonym.

Dilatory means slow to act or intended to cause delay. Option A is the correct definition.

Sapid means having a strong, pleasant taste or being agreeable/interesting. 'To one's liking' is the intended synonym here.

Glabrous is a biological term meaning smooth or having no hairs. Option C is the correct definition.

Insouciant means showing a casual lack of concern or being indifferent. Carefree is the best synonym among the choices.

Lambent means glowing, gleaming, or flickering with a soft radiance. Option B is the correct definition.