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Example Question #311 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ALTERCATION
Caprice
Harm
Threnody
Caterwaul
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 #312 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DIN
Racket
Edict
Ordeal
Travail
Itinerary
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 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PEREGRINATION
Eructation
Wandering
Fecundity
Eruption
Birthright
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 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PORTENT
Torrent
Power
Omen
Amnesty
Bastion
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 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PROVISIONS
Indictment
Supplies
Retort
Calamity
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 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
AFFLICTION
Malady
Theology
Guffaw
Fracas
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 #317 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
REVERBERATION
Edict
Squall
Echo
Completion
Denouement
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 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
RAMPAGE
Generosity
Altercation
Widespread behavior
Violent behavior
Cheerful behavior
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 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
STRIFE
Alacrity
Conflict
Pandemic
Pandemonium
Copse
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 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
HABERDASHERY
Stables
Clothing shop
Food shop
Vestment
Hat 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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