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Example Question #26 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Synonyms: choose the answer closest in meaning to the word in question.
RAVINE
Gorge
Antidote
Abduction
Resignation
Foe
Gorge
"Ravine" means a deep gorge. "Antidote" is a medicine or treatment that counteracts or neutralizes a poison. "Foe" is an opponent or enemy. "Abduction" is a kidnapping. "Resignation" is the act of giving up a job or position.
Example Question #27 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Synonyms: choose the answer closest in meaning to the word in question.
EFFIGY
Plethora
Invective
Oration
Statue
Epidemic
Statue
"Effigy" is a statute or sculpture of a person. "Invective" is a verbal attack. "Epidemic" is a widespread disease. "Oration" is a formal speech. "Plethora" means abundant or plentiful.
Example Question #28 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
CUSP
Edge
Sign
Star
Plain
Plant
Edge
The "cusp" of something is the point or end of it. The best choice is "edge," since it has the same meaning. All of the other choices are unrelated in meaning.
Example Question #29 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
CITADEL
Chemical
Savior
Team
Fortress
Fortress
A “citadel” is a fortress that commands a city, so "fortress" is the correct answer. None of the other answers are close in meaning to “citadel”. “Savior” means rescuer. “Chemical” means a purified substance, element, or compound. “Team” means group or crew. A “print” is a pattern or a reproduction.
Example Question #30 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
HULL
Shell
River
Pastry
Mistake
Safety
Shell
A “hull” is a shell or covering. It can also mean the main body of a vessel. So, "shell" is the correct answer. None of the other answers are close in meaning to “hull”. “Safety” means protection. “Mistake” means error. A “pastry” is a type of food that consists of baked dough. A “river” is a large stream of water.
Example Question #3 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
CONDUIT
Mask
Channel
World
Bidder
Cinema
Channel
A "conduit" is a channel or a passage for carrying a fluid. It is also a means by which something is transmitted. So, "channel" is the correct answer. None of the other answers are close in meaning to "conduit": “bidder” means a person making an offer to buy something at a certain price, usually in the context of an auction or sale; “mask” means cover or disguise; “cinema” means motion picture or theater; and “world” means the Earth or an imagined place like the Earth.
Example Question #211 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
CONDUIT
System
Closed
Expression
Medium
Open
Medium
“Conduit” is a noun used to describe a channel or medium through which something is conveyed. A person can be a “conduit” for an idea or information, and a pipe or channel can be a “conduit” for liquid or electricity. The best answer is “medium,” which in this context describes something that enables passage from one area to another.
Example Question #212 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ARTIFACT
Neutrality
Stain
Relic
Inspiration
Pastime
Relic
An "artifact" is a manmade item of cultural or historical significance, or a "relic."
Example Question #213 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
CAVITY
Cacophony
Hole
Excursion
Mountain
Domicile
Hole
"Cavity" means a hole; a Mountain is a large natural structure that is above sea level; Domicile is a home or residence; an Excursion is a trip or outing; and Cacophony means discordant sounds.
Example Question #214 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
CITADEL
Composition
Legacy
Apex
Fortress
Genius
Fortress
A "citadel" is a fortress that commands a city.
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