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GRE Verbal Reasoning QUESTION #8035
Question 1
PEST : IRKSOME :: (Find the pair that best matches the relationship between the given words)
  • salesclerk : courteous
  • expert : proficient✔️
  • enigma : unexpected
  • accuser : indicted
Correct Answer Explanation
A PEST is by definition IRKSOME (annoying) — the noun is defined by that adjective. An expert is by definition proficient (highly skilled) — the noun is defined by that adjective. Both pairs = [noun] : [adjective that inherently defines it]. 'Accuser:indicted' reverses subject roles. 'Enigma:unexpected' and 'salesclerk:courteous' are not inherent/definitional relationships.