Pick out the word most similar in meaning. Analogous

2023

Pick out the word most similar in meaning.

Analogous

  1. A.

    discrete

  2. B.

    corresponding

  3. C.

    detached

  4. D.

    unrelated

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Correct answer: B

Correct answer: corresponding

Meaning of analogous: "Analogous" means similar or comparable in certain respects, often in function, position, or purpose.

  • corresponding — Correct. This word means similar or equivalent in position, function, or meaning, so it matches "analogous."

  • discrete — Incorrect. Means separate or distinct, not similar or comparable.

  • detached — Incorrect. Means separated or emotionally uninvolved; does not convey similarity.

  • unrelated — Incorrect. Means not connected; this is the opposite of "analogous."

Tip: To check synonyms, try substituting the option into a sentence containing the target word — if the meaning stays the same, the option is a good match.

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