Vocabulary and Synonyms

'Attribute' means a characteristic, quality, or feature of something. 'Quality' is the correct synonym as it refers to a distinguishing characteristic. 'Combine' means to join together, 'courtesy' means politeness, and 'unusual' means rare or uncommon.

Compunction means a feeling of guilt, regret, or unease about something done or not done, often with moral implications. "Regret" directly captures this sense of remorse or second thoughts about one's actions.

To "patch up" means to resolve differences, reconcile, or mend a relationship or dispute. "Settle" in this context means to resolve a disagreement or quarrel, making it the closest synonym.

 Revoke means to take away which is similar in meaning to repeal. 

Dishonour refers to shame, disgrace, or loss of reputation and respect. "Disgrace" directly corresponds to this meaning of public shame and loss of honor in the eyes of others.

To detest is to hate, loathe, or dislike intensely. "Hate" is the direct synonym, capturing the strong feeling of aversion or intense dislike toward something or someone.

One meaning of "recover" is to get back, regain, or retrieve something that was lost or stolen. "Retrieve" matches this sense of getting something back or finding it again.

To restore means to bring back to a former condition, place, or position. "Reestablish" captures this sense of setting up or establishing something again that was lost or discontinued.

An inhabitant is someone who lives in a particular place, whether permanently or for an extended period. "Resident" directly corresponds to this meaning of a person dwelling or living in a specific location.

Upshot means the final result, outcome, or conclusion of something. "Result" is the correct synonym because both terms refer to the end effect or consequence of an action or event. The other options (Sky, Time, Ferity) are unrelated to the meaning of upshot.

To engage can mean to employ or hire someone for work or service. "Employ" is the correct synonym in this context, as in "engage workers" meaning to hire them. The other options do not capture this meaning of engage.

Serene means calm, peaceful, and untroubled - making it a perfect synonym for peaceful. Both words describe a state free from disturbance or agitation. The other options either contradict peacefulness (Restless, Ruffled) or suggest a lack of action rather than tranquility (Passive).

To yield can mean to relinquish, give up, or surrender something - such as yielding territory, rights, or control. "Relinquish" is the correct synonym because both involve giving something up or letting go of it. The other options (Conquer, March, Deal) do not share this meaning.

Reduce means to make something smaller or less in amount, degree, or size. "Decrease" is the correct synonym as both terms describe making something smaller or reducing its quantity. The other options (Magnify, Hurt, Defend) are not related to reduction.

Answerable can mean responsible or accountable for something, particularly in formal contexts. "Responsible" is the correct synonym because both words convey the idea of being held accountable or having an obligation. The other options (Active, Aggressive, Respectful) do not capture this meaning.