Words such as 'UNESCO' and 'RADAR' are instances of ____________?
Correct answer: B. Acronym
- A. Compounding
- B. Acronym
- C. Re__duplicates
- D. Conversion
Explanation
UNESCO and RADAR are made from the initial letters of longer expressions and are pronounced as words, which is the defining feature of acronyms. They are not ordinary compounds or cases of conversion.
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