ATI TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) Version 7English and Language UsageEasy
A medical assistant is documenting a patient's pain level. The patient states, 'My pain is persistent and throbbing, especially when I move my arm.' Which of the following words is a synonym for 'persistent'?
- AFleeting
- BIntermittent
- CConstant
- DSporadic
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: C. Constant
The word 'persistent' means continuing firmly or obstinately in a course of action in spite of difficulty or opposition, or continuing to exist or endure over a prolonged period. 'Constant' means occurring continuously over a period of time, which is the closest synonym.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Fleeting means lasting for a very short time.
- B. Intermittent means occurring at irregular intervals; not continuous or steady.
- D. Sporadic means occurring at irregular intervals or only in a few places; scattered or isolated.
Synonym
A word or phrase that means exactly or nearly the same as another word or phrase in the same language.
- Synonyms can often be substituted for each other in context.
- Understanding synonyms enhances vocabulary and comprehension.
- Context is crucial when choosing the best synonym.
Memory trick: Same Meaning, Different Word