Word Usage Flashcards

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Which sentence uses "complement" correctly?
Answer: The scarf is a perfect complement to the outfit.
"Complement" means something that completes or enhances, fitting the scarf and outfit.
Choose the correct word: "The new evidence will _____ the investigation."
Answer: proceed
"Proceed" means to continue or move forward, fitting the ongoing investigation.
Which sentence uses "accept" correctly?
Answer: I will accept your offer.
"Accept" is a verb meaning to receive or agree to, fitting the offer.
Choose the correct word: "The medicine should _____ your symptoms."
Answer: alleviate
"Alleviate" means to ease or lessen, fitting the relief of symptoms.
Which sentence uses "stationary" correctly?
Answer: The car remained stationary at the light.
"Stationary" means not moving, fitting the car at the light.
Choose the correct word: "He was the _____ of the two brothers."
Answer: older
Use the comparative "older" when comparing only two items.
Which sentence uses "good" or "well" correctly?
Answer: The team played well.
"Well" is an adverb describing how the team played.