HESI A2 Vocabulary 2023

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C: full. Replete means filled or well-supplied with something. In this context, it refers to being completely full or satisfied. Choice A (hardy) does not convey the same meaning. Choice B (quiet) and choice D (sad) are unrelated to the definition of replete, making them incorrect. Therefore, C is the best fit as it directly aligns with the definition of the word.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C: Merge. In the given sentence, 'amalgamate' is used in the context of two or more companies coming together to form a single entity. The word 'amalgamate' means to combine or unite. Therefore, in this sentence, if the companies 'amalgamate,' it implies that they are merging. Explanation for other choices: A: Disband - This means to break up or dissolve, which is the opposite of merging. B: Move - This refers to changing physical location and is unrelated to the context of companies merging. D: Regroup - This means to reassemble or reorganize, which is different from merging into a single entity.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D: Fragile. In the sentence, 'tenuous' is used to describe the hold on reality as weak or delicate. The word 'fragile' best captures this meaning, as it implies something easily broken or damaged. Judicious (A) means showing good judgment, which is not relevant here. Deleted (B) means removed, which doesn't fit the context. Frantic (C) means wild or frenzied, which is not the intended meaning in this sentence. The key is to understand the context and choose the word that best conveys the intended meaning, which in this case is 'fragile.'

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: Ripple. In this sentence, 'undulate' is used to describe a smooth, wave-like motion of the muscles, which aligns with the meaning of 'ripple.' The word 'undulate' implies a continuous and flowing movement, resembling the gentle and rhythmic movement of waves. The other choices, shake, flatten, and unknot, do not capture the specific fluid and continuous motion described in the sentence. 'Shake' implies a more abrupt and irregular movement, 'flatten' suggests a completely different action of making something flat, and 'unknot' refers to the action of undoing a knot, none of which fit the context of the sentence.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: Clumsy. 'Maladroit' means lacking skill or dexterity, often resulting in clumsiness. In the context of the sentence, it suggests that those who are maladroit (clumsy) should not become surgeons as surgery requires precision and skill. Explanation for other choices: B: Romantic - This choice is incorrect because 'maladroit' does not relate to being romantic. C: Untrained - This choice is incorrect as 'maladroit' is not specifically about lack of training, but about lack of skill or coordination. D: Self-conscious - This choice is incorrect as 'maladroit' does not imply being self-conscious, but rather lacking in skill or finesse.