Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word or phrase which is most nearly opposite in meaning to the stem word.

ADAGE:

  1. aphorism

  2. fallacy

  3. apothegm

  4. dictum

  5. aegis
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Explanation

An adage is a traditional saying or proverb expressing wisdom or truth (something authoritative and time-tested). The opposite concept is a fallacy, which is a false or mistaken idea or belief. Aphorism, apothegm, and dictum are all synonyms for sayings or maxims. Aegis means protection or patronage.

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