Analogies (Related Pair of Words)

The analogy compares the relationship between 'Radical' and 'Moderate'—where 'Radical' is an extreme form and 'Moderate' is a less extreme form. Similarly, 'Revolution' is an extreme form of change, while 'Reformation' is a less extreme, more moderate form of change. Therefore, 'Reformation' is the correct answer.

A book contains many articles, just as a newspaper contains many articles. The relationship is that of a larger publication to its smaller content units. Therefore, 'Article' is the correct analogy for Newspaper.

A 'nark' is a slang term for a spy or informer, so the analogy pairs 'nark' with 'spy'. Similarly, a 'shyster' is a dishonest lawyer, so the correct analogy pair is 'shyster' to 'lawyer'.

A dancer performs on a stage, similarly, a minister delivers sermons or speeches from a pulpit. Thus, the relationship is between a person and the place they perform their role.

"Affirm" means to state positively or assert, while "Hint" means to suggest indirectly. Similarly, "Charge" can mean to accuse formally, and "Insinuate" means to suggest or imply something indirectly. Thus, the relationship between Affirm and Hint (direct assertion vs. indirect suggestion) parallels that between Charge and Insinuate.

Soap is used to wash, similarly, a broom is used to sweep. Both pairs show the relationship between an object and its primary function.

Naphthalene is related to woollen because it is used to protect woollen clothes from moths (insects). Similarly, antibiotics are related to germs because antibiotics are used to kill or inhibit germs (bacteria). Therefore, the correct analogy is antibiotics : germs.

A sword is a weapon typically associated with slaughter, which is a violent act. Similarly, a scalpel is a precise surgical instrument associated with surgery, a medical procedure. Thus, the relationship is between an instrument and its typical use.

The analogy compares a salve to an ointment, which is a type of topical preparation. Similarly, Sauterne is a type of wine. Therefore, the correct analogy is Salve : Ointment :: Sauterne : Wine.

The word 'Rustle' describes the sound that leaves make, just as 'Chatter' describes a type of sound (talking) people make. Both pairs relate an object to a characteristic sound associated with it.

Tanning is the process used to convert animal hides into leather, similarly, pyrotechnics is the art and science of making fireworks. Thus, the relationship is process to product, making 'Fireworks' the correct analogy for 'Pyrotechnics'.

Bread is made from wheat, just as bricks are made from clay. This analogy shows the relationship between a product and its raw material.

Happiness and Sorrow are antonyms, representing opposite emotional states. Similarly, Comfort and Hardship are antonyms, with Hardship being the opposite of Comfort. Therefore, the correct analogy pair is Comfort : Hardship.

Ballworm is a pest that affects cotton crops, similarly, Ghundibug (also known as the tomato fruit borer) is a pest that affects tomato plants. Therefore, the correct analogy is Ghundibug is related to Tomato.

A mattock is a tool used for digging, so the analogous relationship is between the tool and its primary action. Similarly, a shovel is primarily used to scoop materials, making 'Scoop' the correct answer.

A line is a basic element that forms a square, just as an arc is a part of a circle. Therefore, the analogy is line is to square as arc is to circle.

Molasses is a byproduct derived from sugar production, just as petroleum is the raw material from which gasoline is produced. Therefore, gasoline is related to petroleum in the same way sugar is related to molasses.

An aviary is a large enclosure for birds, just as an apiary is a place where bees are kept. Therefore, the correct analogy is Bees : Apiary.

The analogy compares 'Dwell' and 'Deniez' (likely intended as 'Denies', but here it seems to be a misspelling or misinterpretation). However, assuming the intended analogy is 'Dwell' is related to 'Denizen' (meaning inhabitant), then 'Inherit' is related to 'Heir' (one who inherits). Therefore, 'Heir' is the correct answer as it logically pairs with 'Inherit'.

A needle is used together with thread, just as a pen is used together with ink. Both pairs represent tools and their essential complementary components.

Sirius is a star, and Cygnus is a constellation. The analogy compares a specific example (Sirius) to its broader category (Star), so similarly, Cygnus relates to its broader category, which is Constellation.

Wax and grease are both types of fats or oily substances, similarly, milk and curd are related as milk is the raw form and curd is the fermented form derived from milk. Hence, the analogy is correct.

An autobiography is a written account of one's own life, so 'Life' relates to 'Autobiography' as the subject relates to its expression. Similarly, a 'Witness' relates to 'Truth' because a witness provides testimony about the truth of an event. Therefore, 'Truth' is the best analogy to 'Witness'.

An accident is prevented by carefulness, similarly, a disease is prevented by sanitation. Both pairs show a cause-prevention relationship.

Pride and humility are opposites, representing contrasting attitudes. Similarly, desire and indifference are opposites, where desire implies wanting something and indifference implies lack of interest or desire. Therefore, the correct analogy is Desire : Indifference.