Word Meanings

The word 'unknown' means not known or familiar; 'obscure' is a synonym meaning not discovered or known about.

A degree is a grade when measuring something.

Equivocal means open to more than one interpretation or ambiguous, which is a synonym for uncertain. Equinox refers to the time when the sun crosses the celestial equator.

 Humility means being humble or modest.

To select means to choose or pick, which is synonymous with elect. Obey means to follow orders, and like means to enjoy.

A rival is often an enemy. Hence, the answer is correct.

To classify means to arrange in categories or ranks. Rank is the most appropriate synonym among the choices provided.

Refined describes someone or something that is elegant, cultured, or polished, which matches the definition of genteel. Mean and ordinary are antonyms or unrelated.

A crowd is a large number of people gathered together, which is the definition of a throng. The other options do not relate to the meaning of a group of people.

Unstable means not firmly fixed or likely to change, which is synonymous with wavering. Weak and corrupt have different connotations.

 When one has suspicions about something one has doubts over it. Hence, the answer is correct. 

Affinity refers to a natural liking or similarity, often associated with being kindred or related in spirit. Kindred is the best fit among the choices.

To neglect means to fail to care for properly, which is synonymous with to overlook. Pride and careful are not correct meanings.

Gut refers to the stomach or belly. While it can also mean intuition, belly is the primary physical definition provided in the options.

Uniformity means the state of being the same or consistent, which is synonymous with congruity. Anarchy is the opposite of uniformity.

Strife refers to bitter conflict or struggle, which is synonymous with contention. House and debate do not capture the intensity of the word.

To portray means to depict or describe, and in some contexts, to trace or outline. While 'depict' is a more common synonym, 'trace' is the best fit among the provided options.

Baleful means having a harmful or destructive effect, which is a synonym for evil. Ghost and dull do not fit the definition.

To squeeze means to firmly press something, which is synonymous with to mash. Clasp means to hold tightly, but mash better reflects the action of squeezing.

A product is an article or substance that is manufactured or refined for sale, which is synonymous with merchandise. Manufacture is a verb, not the product itself.

Clear means easy to perceive or understand, which is synonymous with distinct. Arrive and disunite are unrelated.

Apprehension refers to anxiety or fear that something bad will happen. Fear is the most direct synonym among the choices.