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Question

Select the most appropriate word to complete the sentence:
Although he was a _____ and new at the game, Adam knew the others were playing incorrectly.

A
expert
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enthusiast
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C
authority
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D
novice
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E
specialist
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Solution

The correct option is C novice
The sentence implies that Adam was an inexperienced player. Hence Option D, containing the synonym of "inexperienced" is correct. The rest of the options are the antonyms of the implied meaning, hence these are incorrect.

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