Language Study | MCQs

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Homonyms are words which sound alike or are spelled alike but have different meanings.

A homonym is a word that both sounds and is spelled the same as another word.

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"Semantics" is a singular noun referring to a field of study.

So, we use the singular verb "is" to agree with the subject.

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Uxoricide (n)

• The act of a husband killing his wife, is often studied in legal, criminological, and psychological contexts, with motives ranging from domestic violence to jealousy or financial disputes.

Sentence:

• The tragic case of uxoricide shocked the town as investigators uncovered a history of domestic abuse leading to the crime.

Uxorious (adj.)

• A husband is excessively devoted, affectionate, or submissive to his wife, often to the point of being overly dependent or indulgent.

Sentence:

• His friends often joked about how uxorious he was, as he always prioritized his wife’s happiness above everything else.

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Defenestration (n.) –

The act of throwing someone or something out of a window; metaphorically, a sudden removal from power.

Sentence:

The dictator’s brutal policies led to his defenestration, as enraged citizens stormed the palace and overthrew his rule.

Dénouement (n.) –

The final resolution or conclusion of a narrative, where conflicts are resolved.

Sentence:

The movie’s dénouement was unexpected, revealing that the protagonist had been the villain all along.

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