Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized word "PRODIGIOUS".
Correct answer: A. Enormous
- A. Enormous
- B. Sacred
- C. Seismic
- D. Tiny
Explanation
The word 'prodigious' is used to describe something that is extraordinarily large, impressive, or extensive. Therefore, 'Enormous' is the correct choice as it shares this characteristic of great size or degree. 'Sacred' is associated with holiness and divinity, 'Seismic' pertains to earthquakes, and 'Tiny' is the opposite of 'prodigious', as it means very small.
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