Vocabulary and Synonyms

Panacea means a universal remedy or solution for all diseases or problems. Option A is precise. Option B is opposite, C is too specific, and D confuses it with pain.

Distrait means inattentive, distracted, or absent-minded due to being withdrawn in attention. Option A captures this perfectly. Options B, C, and D are incorrect - distrait describes mental state.

To abrogate means to formally repeal, annul, or do away with a law, right, or agreement. Option A 'to put an end to' correctly captures this meaning of ending something officially. The other options are unrelated - abrogate is not about starting, thinking, or making comments.

Redoubtable means inspiring fear or respect through being impressively large, powerful, or capable. Option B 'formidable' is the exact synonym - both words describe something that commands respect due to its impressive nature. Option A is close but 'dreadful' has negative connotations of causing fear, while redoubtable is more about commanding respect through power.

Ignoble literally means 'not noble' - it describes something dishonorable, mean, or lacking dignity. Option A is the literal negation of 'noble'. Option B is the opposite of what ignoble means. The word can describe actions, behavior, or origins that are common or base rather than elevated or honorable.

Salient means most noticeable, important, or conspicuous. Option D 'conspicuous' is the correct answer - both describe things that stand out or are easily noticed. Option A plays on sound similarity but 'very silent' is opposite in meaning. Salient features are prominent and immediately visible, not hidden or quiet.

Yen as a noun means a strong desire or craving. Option C 'strong desire' is correct. While yen also refers to Japanese currency, in this context it means longing or yearning. Options A, B, and D describe actions or feelings unrelated to desire or longing.

Bouleversement (from French) means a complete overturning, reversal, or disruption - literally 'a turning upside down'. Option B correctly captures this meaning of radical change or upheaval. The word is used in contexts where normal order or expectations are completely inverted or overturned.

Embonpoint refers to stoutness or plumpness of body - typically used to describe someone who is pleasantly full-figured. Option A 'stoutness' is correct. Options B, C, and D incorrectly suggest height or vertical positioning. The word comes from French and specifically refers to body composition, not physical height.

Intrepid means fearless, brave, or courageous. Option C 'fearless' is correct. The word describes someone who shows no fear in dangerous or difficult situations. Option D is the opposite, and options A and B refer to personality traits unrelated to courage or fear.

Varicoloured means having various colors or being multi-colored. Option D 'having a variety of colours' is correct. The prefix 'vari-' indicates diversity or multiple types, and 'coloured' refers to color. Options A and B incorrectly suggest limited color options, while option C incorrectly describes a painting rather than the characteristic of having multiple colors.

"Shame and disgrace" is a common collocation meaning dishonor, loss of respect, or humiliation brought upon someone. disgrace specifically refers to the loss of respect or honor. Drill, dent, and dismay don't pair with shame in this way.

Concurrence means agreement or simultaneous occurrence. Concord is a direct synonym meaning harmony or agreement. Accordance is close but means compliance with rules, not mutual agreement. Curse and Pride are unrelated.

Relief means assistance, support, or aid given to those in need. Support is the direct synonym. Oppose, Hindrance, and Obstruct are antonyms - they mean to create difficulty, not alleviate it.

Similar means alike or resembling. Identical is the closest synonym meaning exactly the same. Diverse is an antonym. Comparison is the act of comparing, not a descriptor. Equivalent is close but implies equal value, not necessarily identical nature.