Question

the pliable and nimble antelope sped across the open grassland.
in this sentence, why would lithe be a better synonym for \flexible\ than pliable is?
1 lithe can also refer to graceful movement.
2 lithe implies greater flexibility than pliable does.
3 lithe can refer to mental flexibility as well as physical agility.

Explanation:

The sentence describes an antelope moving quickly across grassland, emphasizing physical agility and movement. "Lithe" specifically conveys both physical flexibility and graceful, agile motion, which matches the context of the antelope's movement. "Pliable" generally refers to being easily bent or shaped, without the connotation of graceful movement. Option 2 is incorrect because "lithe" does not inherently mean greater flexibility, just a more movement-focused flexibility. Option 3 is incorrect because the sentence only refers to physical traits of the antelope, not mental flexibility.

Answer:

1. Lithe can also refer to graceful movement.