Analogy — “Usual” is synonymous with “Common”; similarly, “Light” is most closely synonymous with ____. (Choose the best synonym.)
Verbal Reasoning
Analogy
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
Answer
Correct Answer: Bright
Explanation
Introduction / Context:Synonym analogy. The first pair, “Usual : Common,” shows equivalence. We seek a near-synonym for “Light” in the sense of illumination/brightness.
Given Data / Assumptions:
- “Light” here refers to luminosity, not weight.
- We keep part-of-speech and sense alignment.
Concept / Approach:In illumination sense, “Light” aligns with “Bright.”
Step-by-Step Solution:
1) Confirm intended sense: luminous vs heavy/light ambiguity.2) Pick “Bright.”3) Exclude antonyms or nouns/verbs.Verification / Alternative check:Common collocations: bright light, bright room. “Dark/Black” are antonyms; “Glow” is a verb/noun; “Dim” is partial opposite.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:
Black/Dark: opposites.Glow: different part of speech/meaning.Dim: low light, not synonym.Common Pitfalls:Sense confusion between “light” (weight) vs “light” (illumination). Context indicates illumination.
Final Answer:Bright