Multiple choice

Directions: The question below consists of a word, followed by four words or phrases. Choose the word or phrase that means most nearly the same thing.

grandiose

  1. torment

  2. reap

  3. magnificent

  4. reluctant
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Grandiose means impressive or magnificent in appearance or style, but often implies pretentiousness or exaggeration. Magnificent means impressively beautiful, elaborate, or grand. While grandiose can have negative connotations of being over-the-top, magnificent is a close positive synonym for the grandness aspect.

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