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What does the word 'ambled' imply about the way someone is walking?
What does the word 'ambled' imply about the way someone is walking?
- Walking unevenly and jerkily
- Walking quickly and in disarray
- Walking stiffly and proudly
- Walking with a gentle pace (correct)
Which of the following best describes the action of 'waddling'?
Which of the following best describes the action of 'waddling'?
- Walking proudly and confidently
- Walking with grace and smoothness
- Walking clumsily in a rocking motion (correct)
- Walking hurriedly and chaotically
Which synonym for 'large' conveys the greatest size?
Which synonym for 'large' conveys the greatest size?
- Gigantic (correct)
- Enormous
- Huge
- Large
How does the word 'strut' describe a person's walking style?
How does the word 'strut' describe a person's walking style?
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What does 'limp' indicate about someone's walking condition?
What does 'limp' indicate about someone's walking condition?
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Study Notes
Identifying Shades of Meaning
- Words like "scrambled" and "ambled" have synonyms which differ in shades of meaning
- "Scrambled" implies a confused and hurried walk
- "Ambled" implies a gentle and relaxed walk
- "Limp" describes an uneven and jerky walk
- "Strut" depicts a stiff and proud walk
- "Stroll" signifies an idle and leisurely walk
- "Waddle" represents a clumsy rocking gait like a duck
Examples of Shades of Meaning
- Two friends enjoy a leisurely walk at Luneta Park
- A heavyset man walks with a clumsy rocking motion down the corridor
- A woman walks proudly in front of an admiring audience
- A man with a limp uses crutches to walk to the door
Synonym Examples for Size
- Synonyms for "large" include "huge," "giant," "enormous," and "gigantic"
- Synonyms for "small" include "little," "petite," "tiny," and "mini"
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This quiz explores the concept of shades of meaning in vocabulary, focusing on various words that describe different styles of walking. You'll learn how subtle differences in synonyms can convey different emotions or actions. Test your understanding with examples that illustrate these nuances.
