Vocabulary and Synonyms

Reverie means a state of being lost in thought, especially a pleasantly dreamy or daydream-like state. 'Dreaming' (D) is the closest synonym. 'Somnolent' means sleepy/drowsy. 'Awake' is the opposite state. 'Frivolous' means unimportant/lacking seriousness.

'FEAST' can be formed from 'PERSONALITY'. Counting: F(1), E(1), A(1), S(1), T(1). In PERSONALITY: P(1), E(1), R(1), S(1), O(1), N(1), A(1), L(1), I(1), T(1), Y(1) - all letters are present. PERSON, NAIL, and LEAST cannot all be formed.

A cynic is someone who questions accepted beliefs, motives, or sincerity of others. The term comes from the Cynic philosophy school that questioned social conventions. A celibate is someone who abstains from marriage, homicide is murder, and a ventriloquist throws their voice.

An epitaph is a brief text honoring a deceased person, typically inscribed on their tombstone or memorial plaque. Idiosyncrasy refers to an unusual behavior, while a ventriloquist is someone who can make their voice appear to come from elsewhere. An epicure is someone devoted to sensual enjoyment, particularly in food and drink.

Gullible describes a person who is easily deceived or cheated, often because they're too trusting. A glutton is someone who eats excessively, while 'garible' and 'gicide' are not standard English words.

Gullible describes a person who is easily deceived or cheated, often because they're too trusting. A glutton is someone who eats excessively, while 'garible' and 'gicide' are not standard English words.

A baluster is one of the vertical posts or pillars that support the handrail of a staircase, balcony, or railing. Option C is correct. Options A (docker), B (boastful speech = bluster), and D (court officer = bailiff) are incorrect definitions.

Jounce means to move jerkily or bounce abruptly. Option C is correct. Option A describes a joust/ tournament. Option B (to rip off/swindle) might be 'jaunce' or confused with 'gyp'. Option D describes a joule (unit of energy).

Lambent means having a gentle glow or soft radiance, like candlelight or moonlight. Option A describes personality, not light. Option C describes a drink. Option D suggests emotion, not illumination.

Munificent means displaying great generosity, especially in giving money or gifts. Option B suggests weapons-related, which is incorrect. Option C refers to government administration. Option D means excellent, not generous.

Nefarious means wicked, evil, or infamous - typically used to describe plans, actions, or people with evil intentions. Option A suggests Egyptology incorrectly. Option B describes gemstone appearance. Option C relates to kidney anatomy.

Palpable means something that can be readily perceived, obvious, or tangible - often used to describe feelings or atmospheres. Option B suggests being easily manipulated, which is incorrect. Option C refers to inflatable objects. Option D describes friendliness.