Vocabulary and Synonyms

Connubial means relating to marriage or the matrimonial state. Option C is correct. Options A (medicated ointment), B (derisive), and D (friction-generated heat) are unrelated concepts.

Conscientious means being careful, thorough, and meticulous, which aligns perfectly with scrupulous (showing moral integrity and careful attention to detail). The other options describe impeachment, celestial bodies, or negative emotions, none of which capture the essence of being diligent or principled.

To consecrate means to set apart as sacred or formally dedicate to a religious or ceremonial purpose. Dedicate directly captures this essence. The other options describe being unfrightening, literary satire, or being unrepressed, which are unrelated to making something holy or formally devoted to a purpose.

Consensus means a shared opinion or general agreement among a group of people. Option C directly states this definition. The other options describe uniqueness, using satire, or being unfrightening, none of which relate to collective agreement or shared decision-making.

Consequential can mean having significant consequences or importance, but when applied to a person's attitude, it often implies being self-important or pompous. Option C captures this secondary meaning. The other options describe musical unity, soaking, or being unequal, which don't match the concept of personal significance.

To consign means to deliver or send goods to a person or place for sale, with the original owner retaining title until sold. Option C precisely captures this commercial meaning. The other options describe being disheveled, mythological creatures, or universal characterization, which are unrelated to sending items for sale.

Consistency means the quality of being coherent, uniform, or free from contradictions in behavior, logic, or presentation. Option C directly captures this essence. The other options describe lack of moderation, taking a stroll, or being disheveled, none of which relate to coherence or absence of contradictions.

To console means to provide comfort and emotional support to someone who is sad or disappointed. Option C directly captures this meaning. The other options describe being inconspicuous, being a scholar, or lack of moderation, none of which relate to alleviating emotional distress.

Consonance refers to the combination of sounds or ideas that produce a harmonious or pleasing effect, especially in music. Harmony directly captures this musical and conceptual agreement. The other options describe physical appearance or taste, none of which relate to harmonious combination of sounds.

The correct answer is C (harmonious). Consonant means in agreement or harmony with something, often used to describe ideas or musical sounds that blend well together. Disentangle (A) refers to separating tangled things, a sword case (B) is a sheath called a scabbard, and unattractive (D) is unrelated to the meaning.

The correct answer is C (great shock). Consternation means a feeling of great shock, surprise, or dismay that causes confusion and helplessness. Distasteful (A) refers to something unpleasant, meager (B) means lacking in quantity, and disobedient (D) means not following orders.

The correct answer is C (complete). Consummate as an adjective means complete, perfect, or supreme in its degree - for example, consummate skill or consummate happiness. Unexpected and adverse (A) describes something negative, division into factions (B) is schism, and indefensible position (D) is untenable.

The correct answer is C (pollute). Contaminate means to make something impure, corrupt, or polluted by contact or mixture. Awkward to carry (A) describes clumsiness, trace (B) means a small mark, and unjustified (D) means without good reason.

The correct answer is C (scorn). Contempt means the feeling that someone or something is worthless, beneath consideration, or deserving scorn - essentially a strong lack of respect. Not knowing (A) is ignorance, sparkle (B) is glitter, and awkward to carry (D) describes clumsiness.

Contention means an assertion or claim put forward in an argument. While related to conflict, the word itself refers to the act of stating or claiming something. 'Reprimand' and 'laugh at' are actions, while 'unaccustomed' means unusual or unfamiliar.