Synonym selection (vocabulary – meaning of “correspondence” in the communication sense): Choose the word that best expresses the meaning. Target word: CORRESPONDENCE (context: written communication) Instruction: Select the closest synonym meaning “exchange of letters or written communication.”
Verbal Ability
Synonyms
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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AExchange of letters
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BSimilarity
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CAgreement
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DCompliance
Answer
Correct Answer: Exchange of letters
Explanation
Given data & sense selectionThe prompt uses correspondence in the communication sense (letters, emails), not the “similarity” or “agreement” sense.
Option analysisExchange of letters — exact synonym for written communication. ✅Similarity — another dictionary sense, but not the targeted one here. ❌Agreement / Compliance — harmony or obedience; different senses. ❌
Usage“Maintain regular correspondence with clients” → “Maintain regular exchange of letters/emails with clients.”
Common pitfall
- Do not pick “similarity” unless the context explicitly discusses likeness (e.g., mathematical correspondence).
Final AnswerExchange of letters