Multiple choice

Directions: Select the option that best defines the word in bold.

Osmosis

  1. gradual acceptance

  2. slow recovery

  3. abrupt ending

  4. crowded
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Explanation

Osmosis literally refers to the movement of fluid through a membrane, but figuratively means gradual absorption, acceptance, or learning without conscious effort. Gradual acceptance best captures the metaphorical meaning, as in learning by osmosis. Slow recovery, abrupt ending, and crowded are unrelated.

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