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Example Question #311 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ALTERCATION
Caterwaul
Threnody
Caprice
Fight
Harm
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 #312 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DIN
Itinerary
Edict
Travail
Ordeal
Racket
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 #313 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PEREGRINATION
Birthright
Wandering
Fecundity
Eruption
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 #314 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PORTENT
Torrent
Amnesty
Power
Bastion
Omen
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 #315 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PROVISIONS
Supplies
Indictment
Calamity
Retort
Joviality
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 #316 : Synonyms: Nouns
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AFFLICTION
Guffaw
Larceny
Malady
Theology
Fracas
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 #317 : Synonyms: Nouns
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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 #318 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
RAMPAGE
Cheerful behavior
Violent behavior
Altercation
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 #319 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
STRIFE
Pandemonium
Alacrity
Copse
Pandemic
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 #320 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
HABERDASHERY
Stables
Hat shop
Clothing shop
Vestment
Food shop
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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