What are the closest synonyms for the following words: vehemently, agitated, ambition, flourished, strive?

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16. The word "vehemently" means in a strong, passionate, or intense manner. "Forcefully" is the closest in meaning, describing the strong and energetic way the protest was carried out.

    • B. forcefully

17. The word "agitated" means feeling or appearing troubled or nervous. "Upset" is the closest in meaning, describing a state of being unhappy or worried.

    • A. upset

18. The word "ambition" means a strong desire to do or achieve something. "Aspiration" is a direct synonym, referring to a hope or ambition of achieving something.

    • D. aspiration

19. The word "flourished" means developed rapidly and successfully, or thrived. In the context of trade, "boomed" means experienced a period of great prosperity or rapid economic growth, which is the closest meaning.

    • D. boomed

20. The word "strive" means to make great efforts to achieve or obtain something. "Endeavour" is a direct synonym, meaning to try hard to do or achieve something.

    • D. endeavour