Overview
Review the HEC HAT III English Portion from Nov 10, 2024, with key insights and tips for better preparation.
HAT Test English Anatonyms
1. Spurious
Definition: Not genuine, authentic, or true; false or fake.
Synonyms: False, counterfeit, bogus, fake, deceptive, fraudulent.
Antonyms: Genuine, authentic, real, true, legitimate.
Example Sentence: The article was filled with spurious claims that were later debunked by experts.
2. Partial
Definition: Incomplete or favoring one side over others.
Synonyms: Biased, incomplete, fragmentary, prejudiced, limited.
Antonyms: Impartial, complete, whole, unbiased, total.
Example Sentence: The judge was removed from the case due to concerns about being partial toward one of the parties.
3. Adversary
Definition: An opponent or enemy in a contest, conflict, or dispute.
Synonyms: Opponent, rival, foe, antagonist, competitor.
Antonyms: Ally, friend, supporter, partner, companion.
Example Sentence: In the debate, she faced a strong adversary who challenged all her arguments.
4. Transitory
Definition: Lasting only for a short time; temporary.
Synonyms: Temporary, fleeting, short-lived, momentary, ephemeral.
Antonyms: Permanent, enduring, lasting, stable, perpetual.
Example Sentence: The storm was transitory, clearing up just an hour after it began.
5. Dusky
Definition: Dark in color; shadowy or dim.
Synonyms: Dark, shadowy, dim, gloomy, murky.
Antonyms: Bright, light, luminous, clear, radiant.
Example Sentence: As the sun set, the sky took on a beautiful, dusky hue.
6. Fallible
Definition: Capable of making mistakes or being wrong.
Synonyms: Imperfect, errant, flawed, unreliable, faulty.
Antonyms: Infallible, flawless, reliable, accurate, perfect.
Example Sentence: Despite her expertise, she is still fallible and prone to occasional errors.
HAT Test English Synonyms
1. Poignant
Definition: Evoking a keen sense of sadness or regret; deeply touching or emotional.
Synonyms: Touching, moving, emotional, affecting, heartfelt.
Antonyms: Unemotional, detached, indifferent, numb.
Sentence: The movie’s ending was so poignant that many viewers left the theater in tears.
2. Swindler
Definition: A person who uses deception to cheat others out of money or possessions.
Synonyms: Fraudster, con artist, trickster, scammer, deceiver.
Antonyms: Benefactor, donor, philanthropist, supporter.
Sentence: The swindler posed as a financial advisor to trick people into investing in his fake scheme.
3. Aerate
Definition: To introduce air into a substance, particularly soil or liquid.
Synonyms: Oxygenate, ventilate, freshen, air out, circulate.
Antonyms: Suffocate, compress, seal, close off.
Sentence: To promote healthy growth, the gardener decided to aerate the soil before planting the seeds.
4. Petrified
Definition: Extremely frightened; so scared that one is unable to move.
Synonyms: Terrified, paralyzed, frozen, horrified, aghast.
Antonyms: Brave, fearless, confident, assured, unafraid.
Sentence: She was petrified at the sight of the snake and couldn’t move a muscle.
5. Sinewy
Definition: Consisting of or resembling sinews; muscular and lean.
Synonyms: Muscular, brawny, strong, athletic, wiry.
Antonyms: Weak, frail, delicate, fragile.
Sentence: The athlete’s sinewy build made it clear that he was in peak physical condition.
6. Acumen
Definition: The ability to make good judgments and quick decisions, typically in a particular domain.
Synonyms: Insight, shrewdness, sharpness, wisdom, perception.
Antonyms: Ignorance, stupidity, ineptness, misjudgment.
Sentence: Her business acumen helped her company grow significantly in a short time.
HAT Test English Analogies
Certainly : Sure
Explanation: “Certainly” and “Sure” are synonyms, both expressing agreement or affirmation.
Analogy Type: Synonym.
Analogous Pair Example: Quick : Fast.
Rear : Front
Explanation: “Rear” refers to the back part of something, while “Front” is the opposite, referring to the front part.
Analogy Type: Antonym (opposites).
Analogous Pair Example: Left : Right.
Petal : Flower
Explanation: A “Petal” is a part of a “Flower.” The petal is a component that makes up the whole.
Analogy Type: Part to Whole.
Analogous Pair Example: Leaf : Tree.
Sea : Island
Explanation: An “Island” is a landmass surrounded by a “Sea.” This relationship can be seen as the environment or setting.
Analogy Type: Setting.
Analogous Pair Example: Desert : Oasis.
Explosional : Blast
Explanation: “Explosional” describes the nature of something explosive, while a “Blast” is a specific occurrence of an explosion.
Analogy Type: Description to Event.
Analogous Pair Example: Stormy : Thunderstorm.
