Nelson-Denny Practice Test

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Which word is synonymous with "Entice"?

Tempt
Unclear
Inadequate
Uncultured

The correct answer is: Tempt

The word "entice" means to attract or tempt someone by offering pleasure or advantage. In this context, the correct synonym is "tempt," as both words convey the idea of drawing someone in or making something appealing to others through desire or allure. When you entice someone, you engage their interest or desire for something pleasurable, which is essentially what tempt conveys. The other options do not align with this meaning; "unclear" refers to something that is not easily understood, "inadequate" indicates something that is insufficient or lacking, and "uncultured" describes someone who lacks knowledge or refinement. None of these words capture the idea of attraction or appeal inherent in "entice."