Question

select the correct answer. what is the term for words from different languages that look similar and mean the same thing? a. connates b. cognates c. synonyms d. antonyms e. homonyms

Explanation:

Cognates are words in different languages that have a common etymological origin, often looking similar and having the same or related meanings. Synonyms are words within the same language with similar meanings. Antonyms are words within the same language with opposite meanings. Homonyms are words within the same language that have the same spelling or pronunciation but different meanings. "Connates" is not the correct term for this concept.

Answer:

B. cognates