Vocabulary and Synonyms

To mystify someone is to utterly bewilder or perplex them. Bewilder is a direct synonym meaning to cause someone to become perplexed and confused. The other options like clamor or salutation are unrelated to the concept of confusion.

To lament is to express grief or sorrow about something. Bewail is a synonym that means to express great regret, disappointment, or bitterness over something. Options like plenteous or mutter do not capture the sense of mourning.

Furbish is to brighten up by polishing. So, correct option is (1). 

To fumble means to use the hands clumsily while doing or handling something. Mishandle is the closest synonym, referring to managing or dealing with something wrongly or ineffectively. The other options are unrelated nouns or adjectives.

To ebb is to move away from the land or to gradually lessen or reduce. Decline is a synonym meaning to become smaller, fewer, or less. Surge is an antonym, representing a sudden powerful forward or upward movement.

Colossal describes something that is extremely large or great in size. Huge is a direct synonym for this adjective. Other options like grim or scan do not relate to size.

Trifling means unimportant or trivial. Trivial is the most accurate synonym, describing something of little value or importance. Thrifty refers to being frugal with money, which is a common distractor due to phonetic similarity.

Contemplate means to think deeply or look thoughtfully at something for a long time. Ponder is a direct synonym meaning to consider something carefully. Sagacious means wise, while meek means quiet and gentle.

Ecumenical refers to something that represents a number of different Christian Churches or, more broadly, something that is universal in scope. Universal is the closest synonym among the choices provided. Reprimand means to scold, and renovate means to restore.

To sob is to cry noisily while taking in short, sudden breaths. Wail is a synonym that describes a prolonged high-pitched cry of pain, grief, or anger. Snub means to ignore, and serene means calm.

Callous describes a person who shows a cruel disregard for others or is emotionally hardened. Insensitive is the most accurate synonym as it refers to a lack of feeling for others. Careless refers to a lack of attention rather than a lack of empathy.

Coarse refers to a texture that is rough or harsh to the touch. Rough is a direct synonym for this physical quality. Peevish means easily irritated, and ebb refers to the movement of the tide.

To abscond is to leave hurriedly and secretly, typically to avoid detection or arrest. Escape is the best synonym as it involves getting away from a place or situation. Veer means to change direction suddenly.

Beseech means to ask someone urgently and fervently to do something. Beg is a direct synonym for this type of pleading request. Bargain involves negotiating a price, while bribery is an illegal act of influence.

To impede is to delay or prevent someone or something by obstructing them. Prevent is the closest synonym among the options, as it involves stopping an action from happening. Imperious means assuming power without justification.