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Example Question #291 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
CHANSON
Larceny
Eructation
Unguent
Girdle
Song
Song
A "chanson" is a "song," usually a specific type of French composition. An "eructation" is a belch, and an "unguent" is an ointment. "Larceny" is theft. A "girdle" is one of a variety of belt-like garments.
Example Question #292 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
GUFFAW
Sprig
Catamount
Coracle
Fountain
Laugh
Laugh
A "guffaw" is a loud, hearty "laugh." A "coracle" is a small boat, and a "sprig" is a small stem or twig. A "catamount" is a type of wildcat, usually a cougar.
Example Question #293 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ULUATION
Equilibrium
Zest
Firmament
Surprise
Howl
Howl
A "ululation" is a howl or a wail and is often used in traditional ceremonial settings. "Firmament" is another word for the sky, and "equilibrium" is balance. "Zest" is a synonym for "zeal." A "surprise" is something unexpected.
Example Question #294 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DEMEANOR
Astonishment
Bearing
Ardor
Animosity
Commendation
Bearing
Someone's "demeanor" is their "bearing," appearance, or manner. "Astonishment" is surprise and awe. "Commendation" is praise or acclaim. "Ardor" means passion, and "animosity" means hatred.
Example Question #295 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SOJOURN
Luster
Soup vessel
Rest
Drinking vessel
Melody
Rest
A "sojourn" is a brief "rest" or respite. It is not a type of drinking vessel (tankard, flagon, cask, etc.) or soup vessel ("tureen"). It is also not a "melody," or song. "Luster" is gloss or shine.
Example Question #296 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SQUALL
Disagreement
Storm
Infection
Harvest
Wail
Storm
A "squall" is a brief, intense "storm." It is not a "cry "or "wail," nor is it a "harvest" or crop yield. Another word for "infection" is disease, and another word for "disagreement" is quarrel or squabble.
Example Question #297 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
STATUTE
Statuary
Edict
Sculpture
Crypt
Inundation
Edict
A "statute" is an "edict" or law, which is not to be confused with a "statuary," or group of statues (sculptures). A "crypt" is a burial place. An "inundation" is a deluge or flood.
Example Question #298 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
APIARY
Beehive
Birdhouse
Ordnance
Balm
Heritage
Beehive
"Apiary" is another word for a large "beehive" or collection of beehives. This is easy to confuse with an "aviary," or large structure for housing birds. "Heritage" is an inheritance, either a literal one or a figurative one. A "balm" is a salve or soothing ointment. "Ordnance" is weaponry, arms.
Example Question #299 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
EFFLUVIUM
Repast
Riposte
Rejoinder
Odor
Gift
Odor
"Effluvium" is an unpleasant "odor," discharge, or waste product. It is not a "gift," or present. It is also not a "repast," or feast. "Rejoinder" and "riposte" are synonyms for witty comebacks or remarks.
Example Question #300 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
TANKARD
Armored vehicle
Nobleman
Drinking vessel
Military fortification
Armor
Drinking vessel
A "tankard" is a large "drinking vessel" with a single handle, often made of pewter and seen in old-fashioned pubs. Don't confuse this with a "tank" (armored vehicle). It is not "armor," which is a suit worn to protect the body from bullets. It is also not a military fortification, which may also be called a "citadel." There are various titles for noblemen, depending on their status.
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