Vocabulary and Synonyms

This is a vocabulary question asking for the meaning of 'disperse'. Disperse means to scatter or spread things in different directions. 'Scatter' is the correct synonym. The other options are incorrect: 'amuse' means to entertain, 'lack of proportion' refers to imbalance, and 'formal systematic inquiry' describes research.

This is a vocabulary question asking for the meaning of 'dissipate'. Dissipate means to waste or squander something, or to disperse and disappear. 'Squander' is the correct answer as it means to waste something recklessly. The other options are incorrect: 'discord' means disagreement, 'lacking in spirit' means dispirited, and 'analysis' is detailed examination.

Distend means to expand, swell, or stretch out, typically from internal pressure. It is often used to describe organs, vessels, or containers that become enlarged or bloated. The other options (upset, persuade not to do, disagree) do not match this definition.

Dormant means temporarily inactive or asleep, like a dormant volcano or dormant seeds. The other options are unrelated: providing written evidence is 'document', obedient means submissive, and reveal means to uncover.

Drivel means silly or nonsensical talk/writing - worthless content. Think of someone speaking nonsense. The other options are unrelated words.

In the context of imaging and visual clarity, 'hazy' means unclear, not sharp, or lacking detail - similar to 'muddled' which means confused or lacking clarity. This is a vocabulary synonym question.

'Posing' can mean presenting oneself in a false or affected manner to impress others, which is the definition of 'pretense'. The other options don't match - a bug is an insect, worrying is anxiety, and purify means to clean.

Eclectic means deriving ideas, style, or taste from a broad and diverse range of sources - being selective in borrowing from various sources. The other options are incorrect: 'darken' means to make dark, 'oddity' means strangeness or eccentricity, and 'decree' is an official order.

An effigy is a dummy or representation of a person, often used for symbolic purposes like burning in protest. The other meanings are incorrect: 'effectual' means effective, 'instruct' means to teach or direct, and 'swirling current of water' refers to an eddy or whirlpool.

Elated means experiencing or showing great excitement and joy. Option D correctly captures this meaning as filled with excited joy and pride. The other options refer to different concepts: elegy expresses lamentation, ego is self-opinion, and effulgent means shining brightly.

Emaciated means abnormally thin or weak, often due to lack of nutrition. Option D correctly identifies this meaning as thin and wasted. The other options are incorrect: emanate means to issue forth, elucidate means to explain, and elliptic refers to an oval shape.

Emend means to correct or improve a text, typically by removing errors. Option A correctly identifies this meaning. The distractors are: emetic causes vomiting, embellish means to adorn, and enervate means to weaken.

Encumber means to burden or impede, often by adding weight or restrictions. Option C correctly identifies the meaning as burden. The other options refer to enact (make into law), undeveloped, and agent.

Enervate means to weaken or drain energy, contrary to what some might think. Option C correctly identifies this meaning. The distractors are: eminent means rising above others, embroider means to decorate with needlework, and emolument means salary.

An enigma is something mysterious, puzzling, or difficult to understand. Option A correctly identifies this meaning as puzzle. The other options are attractive, absorb, and charming - none of which capture the essence of enigma.