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Example Question #151 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
FLAGON
Small dwelling
Medieval stronghold
Drinking vessel
Ceremonial garment
Qualitative analysis
Drinking vessel
A "flagon" is a large old-fashioned drinking vessel. A "ceremonial garment" is a robe, and a "qualitative analysis" is an evaluation involving numbers. A small "dwelling" could be an abode or domicile. A "medieval stronghold" is a fortress or fortification.
Example Question #152 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
EFFLUENT
Sewage
Fecundity
Coracle
Citadel
Arson
Sewage
"Effluent" is another word for "sewage" or wastewater. "Fecundity" means fertility, fruitfulness. A "citadel" is a fortress, fortification, or castle. A "coracle" is a small boat. "Arson" is the act of deliberately setting fire to property or land.
Example Question #153 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
CHANSON
Eructation
Girdle
Unguent
Song
Larceny
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 #154 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
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GUFFAW
Fountain
Catamount
Coracle
Sprig
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 #155 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ULUATION
Equilibrium
Surprise
Howl
Firmament
Zest
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 #156 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
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DEMEANOR
Bearing
Ardor
Astonishment
Commendation
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 #157 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
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SOJOURN
Luster
Rest
Soup vessel
Drinking vessel
Melody
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 #158 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
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SQUALL
Infection
Harvest
Storm
Wail
Disagreement
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 #159 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
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STATUTE
Crypt
Inundation
Statuary
Sculpture
Edict
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 #160 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
APIARY
Birdhouse
Balm
Beehive
Ordnance
Heritage
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.
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