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Example Question #353 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ALTERCATION
Caprice
Harm
Caterwaul
Threnody
Fight
Fight
An "altercation" is a fight or brawl (usually physical unless specified: "a verbal altercation"). Although "harm" may well result from an "altercation," the two are not direct synonyms. A "caprice" is a whim or a fancy, and a "threnody" is a dirge or lament. "Caterwaul" is another word for a yowl or cry.
Example Question #354 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DIN
Itinerary
Travail
Racket
Ordeal
Edict
Racket
A "din" is a "racket" or hubbub. "Edict" is another word for a decree, and itinerary means schedule. "Travail" is a synonym for "ordeal."
Example Question #355 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PEREGRINATION
Eruption
Fecundity
Wandering
Birthright
Eructation
Wandering
To "peregrinate" is to "wander." A "birthright" is a heritage, an inheritance. An "eructation" is a belch, and an "eruption" is an explosion. "Fecundity" is fertility, fruitfulness.
Example Question #356 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PORTENT
Power
Torrent
Omen
Bastion
Amnesty
Omen
A "portent" is an "omen," a warning sign. Don't confuse "portent" with "potent," which means powerful. "Amnesty" is an official pardon or reprieve. A "bastion" is a stronghold, and a "torrent" is a downpour or a deluge.
Example Question #357 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PROVISIONS
Calamity
Supplies
Joviality
Indictment
Retort
Supplies
"Provisions" are "supplies" for a journey (usually food and equipment). A "retort" is a witty response. "Joviality" is a synonym for merriment, good humor. An "indictment" is an accusation. "Calamity" is a synonym for "disaster."
Example Question #358 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
AFFLICTION
Fracas
Guffaw
Theology
Malady
Larceny
Malady
"Affliction" and "malady" are both synonyms for disease, illness. A "fracas" can be anything from a noisy disagreement to a full-out brawl. A "guffaw" is a loud laugh. "Larceny" is theft, and "theology" is the study of religion.
Example Question #359 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
REVERBERATION
Squall
Denouement
Echo
Completion
Edict
Echo
"Reverberation" is the echoing or refraction of sounds. "Completion" is finishing, while a "denouement" is similarly a finale or conclusion. A "squall" is a storm. An "edict" is a decree or law.
Example Question #360 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
RAMPAGE
Altercation
Cheerful behavior
Violent behavior
Widespread behavior
Generosity
Violent behavior
A "rampage" is a mass act of violence, looting, or other criminal behavior. Although "rampages" are often widespread, the two are not synonymous. A synonym for "generosity" is magnanimity, while an "altercation" is a fight. "Cheerful" behavior might be considered vivacity.
Example Question #361 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
STRIFE
Pandemonium
Pandemic
Alacrity
Copse
Conflict
Conflict
"Strife" is "conflict," disagreement. It can occur on an interpersonal level or a regional or national level. "Pandemonium" means chaos, and a "pandemic" is a global epidemic. "Alacrity" is liveliness. A "copse" is a thicket or grove.
Example Question #362 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
HABERDASHERY
Hat shop
Clothing shop
Stables
Food shop
Vestment
Clothing shop
A "haberdashery" sells fine gentlemen's clothing. A "millinery" sells hats, and any number of specialized establishments can sell particular kinds of foods. In certain contexts, a "livery" is another word for stables. A "vestment" is a garment itself, not a shop that sells garments.
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