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Homonymous
Is the word “article” in the following sentences homonymous or polysemous?
- Nicca bought an article in the clothing store. - Mikha wrote an article for the magazine about climate change. |
Polysemous
Is the word “position” in the following sentences homonymous or polysemous?
- Jake's former subordinates have already risen to top positions. - Beth finds herself a stranger in her old job and has to seek a position. |
Homonymous
Based on the definitions given, are the word "peek" and “peak” polysemous or homonymous?
Peek to look or glance quickly or furtively, esp. through a small opening or from a concealed location Peak the pointed top of a mountain. |
TRUE
Based on the two definitions given, the word “spring” is a homonym. True or False?
Spring - a season - a source of water |
Polysemous
Based on the definitions given, is the word “university” homonymous or polysemous?
University - as the institution responsible for making policies and administrative decisions; - as the physical location or campus of the school |
Zero
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Zero
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FALSE
Is the word “light” in this sentence homonymous or polysemous?
- Nicole used the match to light the candles. The light illuminated the room. The word ‘light’ is a homonym as it has two unrelated meanings. True or False? |
Zero
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Homonymous
Based on the following sentences, is the word “train” a homonymous or a polysemous one?
- Rosy waits for the train every day. - She trains herself to manage her time all the time. |
Polysemous
Is the word “letter” in the following senmtences homonymous or polysemous?
Claire wrote a letter to her lover. - The word “listen” has the same letters with “silent” |
Polysemous
Based on the definitions given, is the word "heavy" polysemous or homonymous?
Heavy - a large physical weight - deep emotional burden |
Homonymous
Is the word “cold” in this sentence homonymous or polysemous?
The cold weather outside made her shiver, when she got home she caught a cold. |
Zero
Sorry, it's a bomb!
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