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Example Question #191 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
MEMENTO
Keepsake
Toy
Bracelet
Money
Heir
Keepsake
A synonym for "memento" is "keepsake," which means something special that reminds someone of something. A "bracelet" or "toy" can each be a memento, while an "heir" can be someone who inherits some type of memento, but none of these words mean "memento." The word "money" is unrelated.
Example Question #193 : Synonyms: Nouns
Synonyms: choose the answer closest in meaning to the word in question.
SHANTY
Etiquette
Abyss
Messenger
Shack
Omen
Shack
"Shanty" is a shack or small hut. "Omen" is a sign or warning of the future. "Etiquette" is socially accepted manners or customs. "Messenger" is a person who delivers letters and messages. "Abyss" is a deep hole or gap.
Example Question #192 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
CAVITY.
Void
House
Frank
Depth
Filler
Void
A “cavity” is a hole or hollow space (usually used to describe a hole in a tooth). The correct answer is “void” which also means emptiness, lacking in something.
Example Question #55 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
STRUCTURE
Instrument
Device
Education
Edifice
Tool
Edifice
The words "edifice" (or building) and "structure" are synonymous nouns referring to a built object or building. The other words do not have similar meanings.
Example Question #194 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SOLID
Aquatic
Naval
Coastal
Marine
Concrete
Concrete
"Solid" and "concrete" are synonyms referring to objects that are firm and in an unchanging shape. The other words do not have relevant meanings. "Aquatic" and "marine" both refer to objects that are related to water. "Naval" refers to actions or objects related to the navy.
Example Question #195 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
REFUGE
Schoolhouse
Aviary
Abode
Asylum
Campground
Asylum
A "refuge" is a sanctuary or asylum, a safe place to stay. An "abode" is a home (for people), while an "aviary" is a structure that houses birds. A "schoolhouse" is a building in which people (usually children) are educated. While "refugees" are often seen at campsites, a "campground" is not necessarily a "refuge."
Example Question #196 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
MELEE
Document
Treaty
Meal
Skirmish
Roadway
Skirmish
A "melee" is a brawl or a physical fight. A "treaty," on the other hand, is a peace agreement. A "meal" is something eaten (breakfast, lunch, or dinner), and a "document" is a piece of paper on which there is writing or text. A "roadway" is a street or path.
Example Question #201 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ABODE
Monster
Retort
Home
Portrait
Creature
Home
An "abode" is a home or domicile. A "portrait" is a painting or photograph of a person. A "retort" is a response or a reply. A "creature" is an animal, occasionally an imaginary or monstrous one.
Example Question #202 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
FRACAS
Voyage
Timber
Labyrinth
Disturbance
Victory
Disturbance
A "fracas" is a disturbance of the peace, usually because of a small physical fight. "Timber" and "lumber" are synonyms, as are "voyage" and "journey." A "labyrinth" is a maze, and a "victory" is a triumph.
Example Question #203 : Identifying Synonyms
Choose the word or set of words that best completes the following sentence.
BRAWL
Scandal
Domicile
Duplicity
Skirmish
Abode
Skirmish
A "brawl" or a "skirmish" is a fight or quarrel. A "scandal" is an outrageous event. "Abode" and "domicile" both mean home, and "duplicity" means dishonesty.
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