In semantics, understanding polysemy an… (UNIVALI 2024)

Língua InglesaVocabulário em contextoUNIVALI 2024

Pref Luiz Alves

In semantics, understanding polysemy and homonymy is crucial to analyzing lexical meaning. Which of the following examples best illustrates polysemy?

AThe word "fair," meaning both an event with rides and attractions and a concept of justice.BThe word "run," which can refer to managing an operation, a flow of liquid, or a competitive race.CThe word "bank," which can mean the side of a river or a financial institution.DThe word "lead," as both a type of metal and as the act of guiding someone.

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