Question

Which example avoids redundancy of language?

A) The wily, clever con artist knew just how to manipulate people.
B) The wily, smiling con artist knew just how to manipulate people.
C) The grinning, smiling con artist knew just how to manipulate people.
D) The smart, intelligent con artist knew just how to manipulate people.

Answer 1

Hello!

Redundancy of language means when something is repeated more than once in a sentence.

1. The answer cannot be A because "wily" is a synonym of "clever". The sentence is therefore saying: "The clever, clever con artist..."

2. The answer is B because "wily" and "smiling" are two different words with different meaning. Nothing is repeated in this sentence.

3. The answer cannot be C because "grinning" and "smiling are synonyms.

4. The answer also cannot be D because "smart" and "intelligent" are synonyms.

I hope this helps you! Have a lovely day!

- Mal