Question

word meaning in the preface to a dictionary of the english language quiz complete 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 time remaining 58:42 read the sentence from samuel johnsons preface to a dictionary of the english language. i have studiously endeavoured to collect examples and authorities from the writers before the restoration, whose works i regard as the wells of english undefiled, as the pure sources of genuine diction. which words in the sentence help readers determine the meaning of the word undefiled? studiously, endeavoured examples, authorities writers, restoration pure, genuine

Explanation:

The words "pure" and "genuine" suggest that "undefiled" means something that is not corrupted or impure. They provide a context - clue for the meaning of "undefiled" by relating to its positive, untainted connotation.

Answer:

D. pure, genuine