What Is A Hypochondriac?

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1.

Admonition n.
- A.
  
  Gentle reproof
- B.
  
  Unnecessary activity or ceremony
- C.
  
  Profound devotion
Correct Answer
A. Gentle reproof

Explanation
The correct answer is "Gentle reproof." The word "admonition" refers to a gentle reproof or mild criticism given to someone in order to correct their behavior or actions. It implies a gentle warning or advice, rather than harsh or severe criticism. It is not related to unnecessary activity or ceremony, or profound devotion.

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Ado n.
- A.
  
  Gentle reproof
- B.
  
  Unnecessary activity or ceremony
- C.
  
  Profound devotion
Correct Answer
B. Unnecessary activity or ceremony

Explanation
The word "ado" refers to unnecessary activity or ceremony. This means that it signifies actions or rituals that are not essential or important. It implies that something is being done without any real purpose or need. The other options, gentle reproof and profound devotion, do not align with the definition of "ado" as they refer to different concepts altogether.

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Adoration n.
- A.
  
  Gentle reproof
- B.
  
  Unnecessary activity or ceremony
- C.
  
  Profound devotion
Correct Answer
C. Profound devotion

Explanation
The word "adoration" refers to a deep and intense feeling of love, respect, and admiration towards someone or something. It implies a strong and profound devotion, rather than a gentle reproof or unnecessary activity. Therefore, the correct answer is "Profound devotion".

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4.

Adroit adj.
- A.
  
  Having skill in the use of the bodily or mental powers
- B.
  
  An adulterating substance
- C.
  
  To make impure by the admixture of other or baser ingredients
Correct Answer
A. Having skill in the use of the bodily or mental powers

Explanation
The correct answer for the given question is "Having skill in the use of the bodily or mental powers." This means that adroit refers to someone who is skilled or proficient in using their physical or mental abilities.

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Adulterant n.
- A.
  
  Having skill in the use of the bodily or mental powers
- B.
  
  An adulterating substance
- C.
  
  To make impure by the admixture of other or baser ingredients
Correct Answer
B. An adulterating substance

Explanation
An adulterant refers to a substance that is added to something else, typically a food or a drug, in order to make it impure or of lower quality. It is used to deceive or cheat consumers by diluting the original product or by adding cheaper ingredients. Adulterants can be harmful to health and can have negative effects on the intended purpose or effectiveness of the product.

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Adulterate v.
- A.
  
  Having skill in the use of the bodily or mental powers
- B.
  
  An adulterating substance
- C.
  
  To make impure by the admixture of other or baser ingredients
Correct Answer
C. To make impure by the admixture of other or baser ingredients

Explanation
The correct answer is "To make impure by the admixture of other or baser ingredients." This definition accurately describes the action of adulterating something, which means to make it impure or less genuine by adding inferior or inappropriate substances.

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Adumbrate v.
- A.
  
  To represent beforehand in outline or by emblem
- B.
  
  The coming or arrival, as of any important change, event, state, or personage.
- C.
  
  Opposing or opposed
Correct Answer
A. To represent beforehand in outline or by emblem

Explanation
The correct answer is "To represent beforehand in outline or by emblem." This means that adumbrate is used to depict or symbolize something in a preliminary or symbolic way before it actually happens or exists. It does not mean opposing or opposed, as stated in the question.

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Advent n.
- A.
  
  To represent beforehand in outline or by emblem
- B.
  
  The coming or arrival, as of any important change, event, state, or personage.
- C.
  
  Opposing or opposed
Correct Answer
B. The coming or arrival, as of any important change, event, state, or personage.

Explanation
The word "advent" is defined as the coming or arrival of any important change, event, state, or personage. This means that it refers to the beginning or the start of something significant. The other options, such as representing beforehand in outline or by emblem, or being opposing or opposed, do not accurately capture the meaning of "advent" as described in the given definition.

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Adverse adj.
- A.
  
  To represent beforehand in outline or by emblem
- B.
  
  The coming or arrival, as of any important change, event, state, or personage.
- C.
  
  Opposing or opposed
Correct Answer
C. Opposing or opposed

Explanation
The correct answer is "Opposing or opposed." This is because the word "adverse" is an adjective that means to be in opposition or to be opposed to something. It can also refer to something that is harmful or unfavorable.

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Adversity n.
- A.
  
  Opposing or opposed
- B.
  
  Misfortune
- C.
  
  To make impure by the admixture of other or baser ingredients
Correct Answer
B. Misfortune

Explanation
The word "adversity" is defined as misfortune or a difficult or unfavorable situation. It refers to facing challenges or experiencing hardships. This word does not mean opposing or opposed, nor does it refer to making something impure by adding other ingredients. Therefore, the correct answer is "Misfortune."

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What Is A Hypochondriac?

Admonition n.

Ado n.

Adoration n.

Adroit adj.

Adulterant n.

Adulterate v.

Adumbrate v.

Advent n.

Adverse adj.

Adversity n.