Question

word list (with latin roots in parentheses)
brevity (brev = short)
carnage (carn = flesh)
credence (cred = to believe)
equanimity (equanim = even, balanced)
incisive (cid = to cut)
legacy (leg = to bequeath or to appoint)
stringent (string = to draw tight)
temporize (tempor = time)
tenacious (ten = to hold)
verify (ver = true)
activity 3: synonyms and antonyms
instructions:
for each vocabulary word, choose the correct synonym and antonym from the options provided. circle the correct answer. you will have two answers circled (one synonym and one antonym)

1. brevity

synonym:
a) length
b) conciseness
c) detail
d) duration
antonym:
a) clarity
b) lengthiness
c) precision
d) efficiency

Explanation:

The word "brevity" means shortness in duration or length of expression. "Conciseness" also implies being brief and to - the - point, so it is a synonym. "Lengthiness" means being long - winded or long in duration, which is the opposite of brevity.

Answer:

Synonym: B. Conciseness
Antonym: B. Lengthiness