Vocabulary and Synonyms

Gist means the essence or central point of something. Substance here refers to the essential content or core meaning, which matches perfectly. Contribution, prestige, and accessory are unrelated to the concept of a central essence.

Solicitous means showing care or concern. Worried means troubles/anxius. Hence, they are similar in meaning.E.g She was solicitous for her welfare.She was worried about her welfare.

Homely means plain or simple in appearance, often unattractive or unpretentious. Plain is the closest synonym as it also describes something lacking ornamentation or attractiveness. Refined is the opposite, while reliable and amiable are unrelated traits.

Loquacious means talking excessively or very talkative. Verbose is the best match as it also means using more words than necessary. Taciturn means the opposite (quiet), and retional appears to be a typo.

Blase means showing indifference or boredom due to having experienced or seen something too many times. Indifferent is the closest match as it describes a lack of interest or concern. Blank, beautiful, and credible are unrelated to this attitude.

Bawl means to cry or shout loudly, often in distress. Howl is the best match as it also means to make a loud crying or shouting sound. Serve, scribble, and salute are completely unrelated actions.

Hauteur means arrogance or an attitude of superiority and condescension. Arrogance is the perfect match as it describes exactly this type of superior, dismissive behavior. Fashion, hatred, and crop are unrelated to this personality trait.

Discursive means characterized by digression or wandering from the main topic. Rambling is the closest synonym as it describes speech or writing that lacks focus and meanders. Methodical is the opposite, while impolite and neglectful are unrelated.

Paddy is a term for rice in the husk, either in the field or after harvesting but before milling. Rice is the direct synonym in this context. Race track, caress, and highland are completely unrelated meanings.

Reference can mean a connection or relation to something, or the act of referring. Connection is the best match as it captures this relational meaning. Disdain and remuneration are unrelated, and opposite is the contrary concept.

Pacify means to calm someone or something, often by reducing anger or agitation. Placate is the perfect synonym as it means to appease or calm someone who is angry or upset. Rouse and harass are opposites, while rejoice is unrelated.

Zeal means great enthusiasm or passion for a cause. Initiative refers to the ability to take action independently, which shares the energetic aspect of zeal. The other options are unrelated: coarseness refers to roughness, pedagogy is about teaching methods, and indolence means laziness (the opposite of zeal).

Prejudice refers to preconceived opinions not based on reason or actual experience. Aversion means a strong dislike or disinclination, which captures the negative aspect of prejudice. Gestation relates to pregnancy, preliminary means initial, and admiration is the opposite of prejudice.

Goad means to provoke or stimulate someone into action. Spur has the same meaning - it can be a verbal prompt or a sharp prod that encourages action. Restrain means to hold back, pursue means to chase, and supersede means to replace - all incorrect.

Penury means extreme poverty or destitution. Destitution is a direct synonym meaning the state of being without resources. Digestive relates to the digestive system, pension is a regular payment, and vigour means strength or energy.