Question

h) For each of the following words, find another word or phrase that means the same and can replace it as it is used in the passage. i) casualties ii) absolute iii) started iv) emissaries v) rites vi) characters vii) sagging​

Answer 1

Synonyms provided for each term include 'victims' for 'casualties', 'complete' for 'absolute', 'commenced' for 'started', 'representatives' for 'emissaries', 'ceremonies' for 'rites', 'personalities' for 'characters', and 'drooping' for 'sagging'. Sentences are created using each term to showcase their meaning and application.

For each word provided, a synonym or phrase with a similar meaning that can be used in the same context is offered as follows:

• Casualties: victims or fatalities
• Absolute: complete or unconditional
• Started: commenced or initiated
• Emissaries: representatives or messengers
• Rites: ceremonies or rituals
• Characters: personalities or figures
• Sagging: drooping or declining

Let's create sentences with each term to further understand their uses:

• The war led to many casualties, leaving numerous families without their loved ones.
• Her trust in him was absolute, without a shadow of a doubt.
• The project started with much enthusiasm among the team members.
• The king sent his emissaries to negotiate peace with the neighboring countries.
• The tribal rites were fascinating to observe and were steeped in cultural significance.
• The play's characters were complex and thought-provoking, each with their own motivation.
• The once proud structure was now sagging with age and neglect.