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Example Question #314 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PORTENT
Power
Torrent
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
Supplies
Joviality
Indictment
Calamity
Retort
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 #311 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
AFFLICTION
Theology
Guffaw
Malady
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 #351 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
REVERBERATION
Squall
Edict
Denouement
Completion
Echo
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 #172 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
RAMPAGE
Generosity
Widespread behavior
Altercation
Cheerful behavior
Violent 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 #181 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
STRIFE
Copse
Pandemonium
Alacrity
Conflict
Pandemic
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 #182 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
HABERDASHERY
Clothing shop
Stables
Hat 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.
Example Question #321 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ESCARPMENT
Cliff
Portent
Harbinger
Diatribe
Indictment
Cliff
An "escarpment" is a steep "cliff" or drop-off. Don't confuse this with an "encampment" (military camp), which sounds similar. An "indictment" is an accusation or formal legal charge. "Harbinger" and "portent" are both synonyms for omen. A "diatribe" is a rant or tirade.
Example Question #183 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
OBSEQUIES
Malady
Humility
Burial
Flattery
Harbinger
Burial
"Obsequies" are burial rites or funerary rituals. Don't confuse this with "obsequious," which describes a flattering or fawning person. "Humility" is modesty, and a "harbinger" is an omen. A "malady" is another word for an "affliction."
Example Question #184 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ANNALS
Era
Records
Progeny
Tender
Nemesis
Records
"Annals" are "records" or archives, usually yearly ones. "Tender" is currency, money. A "nemesis" is an arch-rival. "Era" is another word for "epoch." "Progeny" is a synonym for "offspring."
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