Mr. Joynal was absolved ... the criminal case.

Choose the option where the word discreet has been used correctly: (i) The company divided the large project into three discreet phases to make tracking progress easier (ii) The manager promised to handle the empolyee complaint in a discreet manner. (iii) Althoug the twins look alike they have completely discreet personalities.

Choose the option where the word assent has been used correctly: (i) The climbers found that the final assent to the summit was the most difficult part of the expedition. (ii) The company's rapid assent in the industry caught the attention of global investors. (iii) After reviewing the revised contract the board members decided to assent to the terms.

13 to 16 Select the word opposite in meaning to pernicious: The investigative journalist was tenacious in her quest to uncover the truth behind the scandal.

13 to 16 Select the word opposite in meaning to pernicious: The coach was famous for laconic press conferences often answering with a simple nod.

13 to 16 Select the word opposite in meaning to pernicious: I had hoped the seminar would attract a large audience, but the information was too esoteric for wide appeal.

13 to 16 Select the word opposite in meaning to pernicious: Spreading false rumors online has a pernicious influence on public trust.