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Example Question #191 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SCRIM
Reverberation
Frisson
Statute
Folly
Fabric
Fabric
"Scrim" is a type of backdrop or "fabric." A "frisson" is a palpable thrill, and "folly" is foolishness. A "reverberation" is an echo or refraction of sound. "Statute" and "edict" are synonyms.
Example Question #192 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PROJECTILE
Sojourn
Bullet
Torrent
Equipoise
Lexicon
Bullet
"Bullets" are, once fired, "projectiles". "Equipoise" is a synonym for "balance." A "lexicon" is a dictionary, and a "torrent" is a deluge, a downpour. A "sojourn" is a rest, a stay, or a stopover somewhere.
Example Question #193 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
RAVINE
Antipathy
Toll
Demeanor
Luster
Ravine
Toll
A "ravine" is a deep "gorge," and "antipathy" is hatred. Someone's "demeanor" is their bearing or comportment. "Luster" is gloss.
Example Question #194 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PRECIPICE
Torpor
Cliff
Strife
Effluent
Languor
Cliff
A "precipice" is a "cliff" or a steep drop-off. "Languor" and "torpor" are synonyms for sluggishness. "Strife" is a synonym for "conflict." "Effluent" is a synonym for "sewage," waste.
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