Synonyms

To beset means to trouble, harass, or surround someone with difficulties from all sides. It implies being plagued by persistent problems or threatening circumstances. Option C (Trouble) captures this meaning well. Options A (Convince), B (Keep), and D (Control) are unrelated to the concept of being surrounded by troubles or difficulties.

Celerity means rapidity of movement or swiftness of action. "Speed" is the most direct synonym among the options. "Frivolous" means lacking seriousness, "Caustic" means sharp or bitter in tone, and "Sympathetic" means showing compassion.

Callow describes someone immature or inexperienced, typically used for young people lacking worldly wisdom. "Immature" is the correct synonym. "Cauldron" is a cooking vessel, "Slander" means making false statements, and "Splendid" means magnificent.

To couple means to join, connect, or unite two things together. "Unite" is the closest synonym, representing bringing things together. "Successful" means achieving goals, "Hidden" means concealed, and "Swindle" means to cheat.

Juncture refers to a particular point in time or a critical moment, often where things join or a decisive point occurs. "Stage" captures this sense of a point in time or phase. "Soft" and "Neck" are literal meanings, while "Picnic" is unrelated.

To blanch means to become white or pale, or to bleach/whiten something. It can also mean to briefly cook vegetables, then plunge in cold water. "Bleach" directly captures the whitening meaning. "Stubborn" means unyielding, "Swelling" means expanding, and "Controversy" means disagreement.

Inert means lacking the ability or strength to move, chemically non-reactive, or inactive. "Inactive" is the correct synonym, describing something not active or moving. "Estimate" means to calculate approximately, "Habitual" means done by habit, and "Drunken" means intoxicated.

Canny means careful with money i.e thrifty.

Lenient means permissive, merciful, or not strict in enforcing rules. "Soft" is used metaphorically here to mean gentle or mild in treatment. "Drowsy" means sleepy, "Lustful" means driven by desire, and "Friendly" means showing kindness.

Incapacitate means to deprive of ability or strength, making someone unable to function effectively. "Disable" is the closest synonym, meaning to render unable to work or act. "Powerful" means having great power, "Speechless" means unable to speak, and "Silly" means foolish.

Purport means to claim or appear to be or do something, often suggesting that something is the case when it might not be. "Claim" is the correct synonym, representing assertion of truth. "Invention" means something created, "Production" means making something, and "Propose" means to suggest.

As a noun, puzzle means a problem or enigma that is difficult to solve, causing confusion or uncertainty. "Confusion" captures this sense of mental uncertainty. "Trick" means deception, "Calculation" means computation, and "Intelligent" means clever.

To quail means to shrink back in fear or show apprehension. "Show fear" is the correct synonym, describing the action of feeling afraid. "Limited" means restricted, "Rich" means wealthy, and "Dilemma" means a difficult situation.

Repeal means to revoke or withdraw, especially a law or official act. "Revoke" is the closest synonym, meaning to cancel or take back. "Give Away" means to gift, "Reaction" means response, and "Annoyed" means irritated.

Orthodox means adhering to traditional beliefs or practices, often religious or cultural. 'Traditional' is the closest synonym among the options. 'Modern' is actually an antonym, while 'Pretentious' and 'Banish' are unrelated in meaning.