Homonyms, Synonyms, and More

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What does the word 'adapt' most closely mean?

to adjust (correct)

to ignore

to reject

to complicate

Which word is a synonym for 'conceited'?

arrogant (correct)

sincere

humble

content

What is the synonym of 'frustrate'?

aid

support

please

hinder (correct)

Which word means the opposite of 'lavish'?

thrifty Signup and view all the answers

What does 'transparent' mean in terms of its synonym?

clear Signup and view all the answers

Identify the synonym for 'freight'.

cargo Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a synonym for 'carnival'?

festival Signup and view all the answers

Which option is a synonym for 'opponent'?

foe Signup and view all the answers

What is a synonym for a headdress made of gold and jewels worn by royalty?

Crown Signup and view all the answers

What is the homonym for 'cymbal' as suggested in the unscrambling task?

symbol Signup and view all the answers

Which definition of the word indicates its use in contests?

First place in a contest; the championship. Signup and view all the answers

What context could 'top' refer to other than a physical part of an object?

The highest point in a competition. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the homonym for 'paws' found in the unscrambling section?

pause Signup and view all the answers

Identify the correct homonym for 'bury' based on the provided letters.

berry Signup and view all the answers

In dental terminology, which meaning of the word relates to teeth?

The part of a tooth that sticks out from the gum. Signup and view all the answers

What is the homonym of 'aloud', according to the unscrambling task?

allowed Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following meanings of the word has a slang interpretation?

To hit over the head. Signup and view all the answers

Which word represents the homonym for 'sum' from the given letters?

some Signup and view all the answers

In the context of homonyms, what is the implication of writing a 'C' on the line?

The boldface homonym is correct. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of placing a check mark on the line next to the homonym?

To indicate that a correction is needed. Signup and view all the answers

What must be done after identifying that the homonym is incorrect?

Write the correct homonym after the sentence. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the invitation mentioned?

To request attendance at a wedding Signup and view all the answers

What action did the rider take to stop the horse?

He pulled back on the reins Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about eyesight improvement is mentioned?

Eating a carrot a day can improve it Signup and view all the answers

What could a seamstress do if the tuxedos don’t fit?

Alter them for a better fit Signup and view all the answers

What color combination did the men in the bridal party wear?

Purple and pink striped Signup and view all the answers

In folklore, what is a banshee associated with?

Wailing for someone about to die Signup and view all the answers

Where will Kernel Kelly be stationed next summer?

In Hawaii Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'banshee' in Irish folklore?

A spirit who cries for the dead Signup and view all the answers

Which word indicates that a clarification or definition will follow?

that is Signup and view all the answers

What does the word 'curriculum' mean in the context provided?

the courses of study in a school Signup and view all the answers

What does 'inept' suggest about Sara's sewing skills?

She is unskillful and bungling. Signup and view all the answers

In the context of Garth's activities, how are 'contact sports' defined?

sports that involve impact and touching Signup and view all the answers

What does 'apathetic' indicate about Marva's attitude towards her studies?

She is indifferent and uninterested. Signup and view all the answers

What is the best synonym for 'bilingual' in the sentence provided?

speaking two languages Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a clue for defining a word?

however Signup and view all the answers

Which phrase indicates that an example will follow a statement?

for example Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Homonyms

cymbal homonym: symbol
paws homonym: pause
bury homonym: berry
aloud homonym: allowed
sum homonym: some

Synonyms

adapt synonyms: adjust, confuse
carnival synonyms: festival, zoo
freight synonyms: cargo, dock
transparent synonyms: clear, muddy
conceited synonyms: arrogant, modest
frustrate synonyms: hinder, please
lavish synonyms: extravagant, thrifty
opponent synonyms: foe, comrade

Weird and Wonderful Words

Banshee meaning: in Irish folk tales, a female spirit who wails when someone is about to die

Context Clues:

Curriculum: the courses of study in a school
Apathetic: uninterested, indifferent
Inept means: unskillful, bungling
Contact Sports: involve impact and touching

Multiple Meaning Words

crown
headdress of gold, jewels, etc. worn by a king or queen
first place in a contest; the championship
the top part of the head
the top part of anything
the part of a tooth that sticks out from the gum
[slang] to hit over the head

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