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What isn't true about these words?

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1.

**BONUS: Floccinaucinihilipilification
- A.
  
  the estimation of a thing as worthless
- B.
  
  The habit of doing so
- C.
  
  Insignificant
- D.
  
  Imperative
Correct Answer
D. Imperative

Explanation
The word "imperative" means something that is crucial, essential, or necessary. In the given options, "imperative" is the best fit because it aligns with the meaning of the word "Floccinaucinihilipilification" which refers to the estimation of something as worthless. The word implies that it is important or imperative to consider something as worthless. Therefore, "imperative" is the correct answer.

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2.

Which word does not belong?
- A.
  
  Decide
- B.
  
  Defer
- C.
  
  Conclude
- D.
  
  Establish
Correct Answer
B. Defer

Explanation
The word "defer" does not belong because it is the only word that means to delay or postpone a decision or action. The other three words - decide, conclude, and establish - all refer to making a decision or reaching a resolution. Therefore, "defer" stands out as the odd one out in this group.

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3.

Which word does not belong?
- A.
  
  Distribute
- B.
  
  Share
- C.
  
  Bestow
- D.
  
  Hoard
Correct Answer
D. Hoard

Explanation
The words "Distribute," "Share," and "Bestow" all have the common theme of giving or sharing something with others. However, "Hoard" stands out as it means to accumulate or keep something for oneself without sharing or giving it away. Therefore, "Hoard" does not belong with the other words.

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What is an antonym for aboriginal?
- A.
  
  Primeval
- B.
  
  Foreign
- C.
  
  Indigenous
- D.
  
  Pristine
- E.
  
  Rudimentary
Correct Answer
B. Foreign

Explanation
The word "aboriginal" refers to something or someone that is native or indigenous to a particular place. An antonym for this would be "foreign," which means something or someone that is from or characteristic of a different country or culture. Therefore, the word "foreign" is the opposite of "aboriginal."

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5.

What is a synonm for fugacious?
- A.
  
  Enticing
- B.
  
  Permanent
- C.
  
  Elusive
- D.
  
  Continual
Correct Answer
C. Elusive

Explanation
The word "fugacious" means something that is fleeting or transient. A synonym for this would be "elusive," which refers to something that is difficult to find, catch, or achieve. Both words convey the idea of something that is temporary or hard to grasp or hold onto. Therefore, "elusive" is the correct answer.

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Synonyms, Antonyms & Definitions

**BONUS: Floccinaucinihilipilification

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