Imposter : mendacious ::
A)trickster : Machiavellian
B)benefactor : malevolent
C)pacifist : litigious
D)luminary : insignificant

Question

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A characteristic of an imposter is that they are mendacious, or misleading, so look for the pair that has a similar relationship. In choice (B), a benefactor is someone who supports, not someone who is malevolent (spiteful and wicked). In choice (C), a pacifist is a peacekeeper, not someone who is litigious, bringing debate. In choice (D), a luminary is someone who is a celebrity or achiever, and therefore, not insignificant. In choice (A), a trickster is deceitful and cunning, which is the definition of Machiavellian.

Imposter : Mendacious