Analogies I Flashcards

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background

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  • an analogy is a comparison: authors make analogies between their writings and other works of literature or historical events
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different types of relationships of words

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  • synonyms
  • antonyms
  • parts of speech
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examples

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  • disposed : inclined :: immaculate : faultless
  • impetus : momentum :: edifice : building
  • impulse : urge :: intimidation : pressure
  • impeccable : faulty :: imperceptible : obvious
  • imminent : pending :: amenable : agreeable
  • self-possessed : confident :: resplendent : dazling
  • disposed : willing :: ascertaining : discovering
  • monumental : unimportant :: austere : decorative
  • retail : donate :: commandeer : request
  • infirmity : illness :: edifice : building
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