Synonyms - Advanced Vocabulary (Words Starting with 'A')

To activate means to make something operational or to set it in motion. Actuate is a direct synonym meaning to cause a machine or process to operate.

Pungent describes a strong, sharp smell or taste. Acrid is the most appropriate synonym here, as it also refers to a sharp, biting, or irritating smell or taste.

The provided options are poor synonyms for 'temporary'. However, in the context of the provided choices, 'acting' is sometimes used to describe a temporary role (e.g., acting manager).

Throughout means in every part or during the whole period. 'Across' can be used to mean from one side to the other or covering the whole extent, making it the closest synonym among the choices.

Keen can mean sharp, intense, or intellectually sharp. Acute is a direct synonym, often used to describe sharp senses or intense situations.

To modify means to make partial or minor changes to something. Adapt means to change something to suit a new purpose or situation, which is the closest synonym provided.

A saying is a short, well-known expression that states a general truth or piece of advice. Adage is a direct synonym for a traditional saying or proverb.

To adjust means to alter or move something slightly to achieve a desired fit or result. Adapt is a synonym in the sense of changing to fit a new context.

To motivate means to provide a reason for someone to act in a certain way. Actuate, in this context, means to motivate or incite someone to action.

Extra means added or additional to what is usual or expected. Additional is a direct synonym.

To cite something is to quote or refer to it as evidence. Adduce means to cite as evidence, making it the correct synonym.

Skilful means having or showing skill. Adept is a direct synonym meaning very skilled or proficient at something.

Sticky refers to a substance that adheres or sticks to things. Adhesive is the direct synonym for a substance that causes things to stick.

 Administer is correct because in one sense both manage and administer mean to supervise.

To confess is to admit that one has done something wrong. Admit is the most accurate synonym among the choices.

Commendable means deserving praise. Admirable is a synonym that also means deserving respect or approval.

To reprove is to reprimand or censure someone. Admonish means to warn or reprimand someone firmly.

Puberty is the period during which an adolescent reaches sexual maturity. Adolescent refers to the person in this stage of development.

To contaminate is to make something impure by exposure to or addition of a poisonous or polluting substance. Adulterate means to render something poorer in quality by adding another substance.

Grown up refers to a person who has reached adulthood. Adult is the direct synonym.

Further can mean to help the progress or development of something. Advance is a synonym meaning to move forward or promote progress.

An opponent is someone who competes against or fights another in a contest or argument. An adversary is a synonym for an opponent or enemy.

An outline is a general description or plan. To adumbrate is to represent in outline or indicate faintly.

Exploit can mean a bold or daring feat. Advantage is often used in the context of gaining a benefit or favorable circumstance from an exploit.

To inform is to give someone facts or information. To advise is to offer suggestions or provide information to someone.