HESI A2 Vocabulary 2023

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The term 'superior' in anatomy refers to a structure being located above another structure. In the human body, 'superior' typically refers to the top part. For example, the head is superior to the neck. Therefore, the correct answer is A: Top. - B: Bottom is incorrect as 'inferior' is used to refer to the lower part. - C: Front is incorrect as 'anterior' is used to describe the front part. - D: Back is incorrect as 'posterior' is used to describe the back part.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D: Authorized. In this context, "sanctioned" means the professor gave official permission or approval for the field trip. This is evident from the sentence structure where the professor is allowing or permitting the trip. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect because they do not align with the meaning of the sentence. "Organized" (A) implies planning, "Deterred" (B) means discouraged, and "Neglected" (C) means ignored, none of which fit the context of the sentence.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: shrill. Strident means loud and harsh, often referring to a high-pitched sound. Shrill is synonymous with strident, making it the most appropriate choice. Muted (B) means softened or subdued, opposite of strident. Constant (C) means unchanging, not related to the loudness or harshness of the sound. Resonant (D) means deep and full, again not fitting the definition of strident. Therefore, A is the correct choice.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: Excessive. Superfluous means exceeding what is necessary or desired, therefore, it is synonymous with excessive. Maximum (A) means the highest possible level, not necessarily exceeding what is needed. Insipid (C) means lacking flavor or interest, which is unrelated to superfluous. Soggy (D) means wet or soaked, which is also unrelated to the meaning of superfluous.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: Dormant. Latent and dormant both refer to something existing but not actively expressed or visible. Flagrant means conspicuously offensive, making it the opposite of latent. Deceased means no longer alive, unrelated to latent. Postponed means delayed or rescheduled, not synonymous with latent. Therefore, the best synonym for latent among the choices provided is dormant.