Introduction / Context:
The analogy concerns moving from a neutral sensory noun to a specifically unpleasant or harsh manifestation. “Cacophony” is a harsh, jarring mixture of sounds. We seek a pair that likewise goes from a neutral sensory term to a distinctly negative form of that sense.
Given Data / Assumptions:
- Sensory base: sound → cacophony (neutral sense → unpleasant version).
- Correct answer should be a neutral sense word paired with a negative, aversive manifestation of that same sense.
Concept / Approach:
Match sense to sense, and ensure the second term is a negative quality within that same sensory domain. Among the options, “smell : stench” clearly parallels “sound : cacophony.”
Step-by-Step Solution:
Identify pattern: sense (neutral) → negative manifestation.Evaluate options: “taste : style” (not sensory quality), “touch : massage” (positive/neutral act, not negative), “smell : stench” (negative smell), “sight : panorama” (broad view, not negative), “speech : oration” (formal style, not negative).Select “smell : stench.”
Verification / Alternative check:
Both “cacophony” and “stench” are strongly negative sensory experiences; domains align (hearing vs. smell).
Why Other Options Are Wrong:
They do not present a negative form within the same sense or they shift domains from sense to action/style.
Common Pitfalls:
Choosing any well-known pairing without testing for negativity within the same sensory domain.
Final Answer:
smell : stench
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