Word link

Indicate the best pair of synonyms for each word in bold below by writing A, B, or C in each blank.

--1. permeates (v.): (A) bolsters; supports, (B) empties; voids, (C) saturates; fills

--2. veered (v.): (A) evacuated; abandoned, (B) deviated; swerved, (C) glanced; looked

--3. prone (adj.): (A) inclined; predisposed, (B) capable; effective, (C) disinclined; averse

--4. sanctuary (n.): (A) haven; refuge, (B) pen; cage, (C) neighborhood; district

--5. encroach (v.): (A) explore; investigate, (B) expand; increase, (C) invade; impinge

Answer

1. C, 2. B, 3. A, 4. A, 5. C

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