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Example Question #439 : Identifying Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
INCIDENT
Transformation
Rant
Biology
Event
Deluge
Event
An "incident" is an event or an occurrence, so "event" is the correct answer. None of the other answer choices are close in meaning to "incident" and "event": "biology" is the study of life; a "transformation" is a signficant or large change; a "deluge" is a large flood; and a "rant" is a tirade or a loud speech complaining about something.
Example Question #440 : Identifying Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
STATUS
Rank
Relaxation
Achievement
Referral
Exploration
Rank
"Status" means a person's relative standing in some category, so "rank," a noun that means a person's location in a hierarchy, is the correct answer. None of the other answer choices are close in meaning to "status": "achievement" means an accomplishment; "congestion" means obstruction or blockage; "exploration" means the act of traveling somewhere to learn about that place; and "relaxation" means the state of not being anxious or stressed about anything.
Example Question #441 : Identifying Synonyms
Synonyms: choose the answer closest in meaning to the word in question.
MAXIM
Camouflage
Proverb
Amateur
Loot
Brigade
Proverb
"Maxim" is a proverb or wise saying. "Brigade" is a division or unit of an army. "Amateur" is a person who engages in an activity, but is not a professional. "Loot" is goods stolen from the enemy during wartime. "Camouflage" means a disguise usually by blending in with the environment.
Example Question #442 : Identifying Synonyms
Synonyms: choose the answer closest in meaning to the word in question.
HASTE
Hurriedness
Amateur
Proverb
Ornament
Barrier
Hurriedness
"Haste" means hurriedness or the state of being done quickly or with great speed. "Proverb" is an adage or wise saying. "Ornament" is an object used to decorate a person or thing. "Amateur" is a non-professional who engages in some activity. "Barrier" is a obstacle that blocks access.
Example Question #111 : Synonyms: Nouns For Abstract Concepts
Synonyms: choose the answer closest in meaning to the word in question.
DEXTERITY
Romance
Temptation
Expertise
Outrage
Bias
Expertise
"Dexterity" means to have an expertise or skill in a specific field. "Temptation" means having a desire or wanting to do something. "Romance" means a feeling of love. "Outrage" means a strong reaction of anger. "Bias" means having a prejudice or showing favor to one particular side.
Example Question #112 : Synonyms: Nouns For Abstract Concepts
Synonyms: choose the answer closest in meaning to the word in question.
BRAVADO
Boldness
Benevolence
Cascade
Stash
Disguise
Boldness
"Bravado" means boldness or acting in a way to impress or intimidate others. "Stash" means something stored away or hidden. "Benevolence" is the act of kindness and geneorsity. "Disguise" is the act of hiding or concealing oneself. "Cascade" is a waterfall.
Example Question #113 : Synonyms: Nouns For Abstract Concepts
Synonyms: choose the answer closest in meaning to the word in question.
FRENZY
Adage
Inquisition
Hysteria
Tranquility
Marriage
Hysteria
"Frenzy" means hysteria or a state of disorderly and wild behavior. "Tranquility" is an antonym; it means a state of calmness and peacefulness. "Inquisition" is an interrogation or a period when a person is investigated and questioned. "Marriage" is a union between two people. "Adage" is a proverb or wise saying.
Example Question #114 : Synonyms: Nouns For Abstract Concepts
Synonyms: choose the answer closest in meaning to the word in question.
RESPITE
Intermission
Profanity
Sacrifice
Catastrophe
Sage
Intermission
"Respite" is an intermission or break. "Catastrophe" means disaster or an event causing much damage and destruction. "Sacrifice" is an act of giving up something for a greater purpose. "Profanity" means swear words. "Sage" is a very wise person.
Example Question #115 : Synonyms: Nouns For Abstract Concepts
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
CENSURE
Fissure
Disapproval
Acceptance
Measure
Population
Disapproval
"Censure" is harsh disapproval. The best choice is "disapproval," as it is part of the definition of the word "censure." Considering the other choices, "measure" means to mark off, "acceptance" is favorable approval or reception, "population" is the number of people inhabiting a place or country, and a "fissure" is a narrow opening caused by the separation of two parts.
Example Question #116 : Synonyms: Nouns For Abstract Concepts
ADAGE
Collusion
Cadence
Proverb
Residence
Abduction
Proverb
An "adage" is a wise saying or a "proverb." "Abduction" means a kidnapping. "Cadence" means rhythm. "Collusion" means a conspiracy or a secret agreement. "Residence" usually refers to a person's home.
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