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Example Question #291 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
CHANSON
Girdle
Larceny
Unguent
Eructation
Song
Song
A "chanson" is a "song," usually a specific type of French composition. An "eructation" is a belch, and an "unguent" is an ointment. "Larceny" is theft. A "girdle" is one of a variety of belt-like garments.
Example Question #292 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
GUFFAW
Coracle
Catamount
Sprig
Fountain
Laugh
Laugh
A "guffaw" is a loud, hearty "laugh." A "coracle" is a small boat, and a "sprig" is a small stem or twig. A "catamount" is a type of wildcat, usually a cougar.
Example Question #293 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ULUATION
Firmament
Equilibrium
Zest
Howl
Surprise
Howl
A "ululation" is a howl or a wail and is often used in traditional ceremonial settings. "Firmament" is another word for the sky, and "equilibrium" is balance. "Zest" is a synonym for "zeal." A "surprise" is something unexpected.
Example Question #294 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DEMEANOR
Bearing
Commendation
Ardor
Astonishment
Animosity
Bearing
Someone's "demeanor" is their "bearing," appearance, or manner. "Astonishment" is surprise and awe. "Commendation" is praise or acclaim. "Ardor" means passion, and "animosity" means hatred.
Example Question #295 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SOJOURN
Soup vessel
Drinking vessel
Rest
Melody
Luster
Rest
A "sojourn" is a brief "rest" or respite. It is not a type of drinking vessel (tankard, flagon, cask, etc.) or soup vessel ("tureen"). It is also not a "melody," or song. "Luster" is gloss or shine.
Example Question #296 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SQUALL
Wail
Harvest
Storm
Disagreement
Infection
Storm
A "squall" is a brief, intense "storm." It is not a "cry "or "wail," nor is it a "harvest" or crop yield. Another word for "infection" is disease, and another word for "disagreement" is quarrel or squabble.
Example Question #297 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
STATUTE
Inundation
Sculpture
Edict
Statuary
Crypt
Edict
A "statute" is an "edict" or law, which is not to be confused with a "statuary," or group of statues (sculptures). A "crypt" is a burial place. An "inundation" is a deluge or flood.
Example Question #298 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
APIARY
Heritage
Beehive
Birdhouse
Ordnance
Balm
Beehive
"Apiary" is another word for a large "beehive" or collection of beehives. This is easy to confuse with an "aviary," or large structure for housing birds. "Heritage" is an inheritance, either a literal one or a figurative one. A "balm" is a salve or soothing ointment. "Ordnance" is weaponry, arms.
Example Question #299 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
EFFLUVIUM
Gift
Odor
Riposte
Repast
Rejoinder
Odor
"Effluvium" is an unpleasant "odor," discharge, or waste product. It is not a "gift," or present. It is also not a "repast," or feast. "Rejoinder" and "riposte" are synonyms for witty comebacks or remarks.
Example Question #300 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
TANKARD
Drinking vessel
Armored vehicle
Armor
Nobleman
Military fortification
Drinking vessel
A "tankard" is a large "drinking vessel" with a single handle, often made of pewter and seen in old-fashioned pubs. Don't confuse this with a "tank" (armored vehicle). It is not "armor," which is a suit worn to protect the body from bullets. It is also not a military fortification, which may also be called a "citadel." There are various titles for noblemen, depending on their status.
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