Vocabulary and Synonyms

A saboteur is someone who deliberately destroys, damages, or obstructs property, equipment, or operations. The definition 'destroyer of property' captures this meaning accurately. 'Keen,' 'most sacred,' and 'cloyingly sweet' are unrelated concepts.

'Abulia' is a neuropsychological condition characterized by loss of will, initiative, and decision-making ability. It's not about hatred (option A), residue (option B), or enchantment (option D).

'Inveigle' means to persuade, entice, or influence through deception, flattery, or clever manipulation. It's not about vigilance (option A), foresight (option B), or intimidation (option C).

'Miasma' refers to a foul, unhealthy atmosphere or influence, literally (bad air) or metaphorically (corrupting influence). It's the opposite of mesmerizing (option B) or wellbeing (option C), and isn't about schools of thought (option D).

'Bedizen' means to dress someone in a gaudy, showy, or tastelessly ornamental manner. It's not about being bedridden (option A), making beds (option B), or criminals (option D).

'Affluence' means wealth, prosperity, or abundance of resources. 'Abundance' is the correct synonym. 'Very fluent' (option A) is a common confusion with the adjective 'fluent,' but affluence refers to wealth, not speech. 'Scarce' is an antonym.

Agility means the ability to move quickly and easily. Nimbleness is the closest synonym, referring to quickness and lightness in movement. Disturb means to disrupt, Heap means a pile, and Warrior means a fighter - none of these relate to agility.

Blanch means to make white or pale, typically by removing color through boiling or chemical process. In culinary contexts, it means to briefly boil vegetables. Bleach is the closest synonym as it also whitens. Stubborn means obstinate, Swelling means expansion, Controversy means dispute.

A buttress is a structure built against a wall for support or reinforcement. Support is the correct answer. Jolly means cheerful, Vigorous means energetic, Optimistic means hopeful - none relate to structural support.

Capricious means given to sudden changes of mood or behavior - unpredictable. Fickle is the correct synonym as it means changing frequently. Chorus is a group singing, Gallop is a horse's fast gait, Destruction means ruin.

Debilitate means to make someone weak and infirm. Weaken is the correct synonym. Carelessly means without care, Intemperate means immoderate, Exemplary means representing the best of its kind.

A maxim is a short statement expressing a general truth or rule of conduct, commonly known as a proverb or saying. 'Proverb' is the closest synonym among the options. 'Interfering,' 'cohesive,' and 'insipid' are unrelated to the concept of a maxim.

Oracular relates to an oracle - someone believed to be a channel for prophetic messages or mysterious wisdom. The primary association is with something mysterious, enigmatic, or prophetic. 'Restrained' and 'consecrate' are unrelated; 'affliction' is a noun representing suffering, not an adjective.

A prude is a person who is excessively or priggishly attentive to propriety or modesty, especially regarding sexual matters. Among the options, 'cautious' is closest, as it suggests careful behavior, though it's an imperfect definition. 'Skilled,' 'experienced,' and 'criminal' are unrelated.

Veracity means truthfulness, accuracy, or honesty. 'Truthfulness' is a direct synonym. 'Avid' means enthusiastic; 'strong' is a general adjective; and 'greedy' means wanting more than needed - none relate to truth or accuracy.