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Example Question #271 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
COPPICE
Deity
Lantern
Thicket
Corpse
Cloud
Thicket
A "coppice" is another word for a "thicket," grove, or copse. Be careful not to confuse this with a "corpse," or dead body. A "lantern" is an old-fashioned source of light, and a "deity" is a god or worshipped being.
Example Question #272 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DINGHY
Boat
Legislation
Foolishness
Locomotive
Deceit
Boat
A "dinghy" is a "small boat". A "locomotive" is a synonym for a "train," and "legislation" is law-making. "Deceit" is the same thing as deceptiveness. Another word for "foolishness" is stupidity or idiocy.
Example Question #273 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PROGENY
Offspring
Mischief
Preamble
Ancestors
Legerdemain
Offspring
"Progeny" refers to "offspring" or children. This is the opposite of "ancestors," who are predecessors. A "preamble" is an introduction, and "mischief" is misbehavior or naughtiness. "Legerdemain" is trickery or chicanery.
Example Question #274 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
TORRENT
Downpour
Client
Unguent
Habitat
Drought
Downpour
"Torrent" is a synonym for "downpour." This is the opposite of a "drought," or prolonged dry spell. A "habitat is a species' natural environment, and a "client" is a customer. "Unguent" is another word for ointment or greasy salve.
Example Question #275 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
MONGREL
Diatribe
Mutt
Fecundity
Wound
Feline
Mutt
A "mongrel" is a mutt or mixed-breed creature, most commonly a dog. A "feline" is a cat, which could be a "mongrel" but isn't necessarily synonymous with the word. "Fecundity" is another word for fertility. A "diatribe" is a rant or tirade. A "wound" is an injury.
Example Question #276 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
INTERSTICE
Gap
Disparity
Citadel
Amity
Asylum
Gap
An "interstice" is a small gap, break, or intervening empty space between two things. "Asylum" is a synonym for "sanctuary" or refuge. A "citadel" is a fortress, and a "disparity" is a discrepancy. "Amity" is a synonym for "friendship."
Example Question #277 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
CATAFALQUE
Wildcat
Bier
Dinghy
Idiosyncrasy
Currency
Bier
A "catafalque" is a decorated platform, framework, or bier, most often used for supporting a coffin. An "idiosyncrasy" is a quirk, and a "dinghy" is a small boat. "Currency" can mean money or prevalence. Don't confuse "catafalque" with "catamount," a wildcat such as a cougar.
Example Question #278 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
TENDER
Scepter
Elegance
Censure
Money
Ligature
Money
When used as a noun, "tender" means "money." "Elegance" means grace and style. A "scepter" is a staff, particularly an ornamental one used by a ruler. "Censure" is strong or official criticism. Another word for "ligature" is cord.
Example Question #279 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ARMORY
Pantry
Ditty
Cloister
Arsenal
Shanty
Arsenal
An "armory" and an "arsenal" are both a place where weapons are stored. A "pantry" is where food is stored, and a "cloister" is an enclosed area or walkway, usually inside a monastery. A "shanty" is a sea song. A "ditty" is a little tune.
Example Question #280 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ORDINANCE
Weaponry
Humanity
Law
Armor
Philanthropy
Law
An "ordinance" is a "law" or decree. This isn't to be confused with "ordnance," which is weaponry. "Armor" is protective gear worn in battle. "Humanity" means humankind. "Philanthropy" is charity, generosity, benevolence.
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