Question
Select the most appropriate synonym of the word in brackets to fill in the blank.
The teacher’s voice was so ________ that it put half the class to sleep. (soothing)
Solution
The word "soothing" means something that brings a sense of comfort or calm.
"Calming" is the most accurate synonym among the options.
The other words have opposite or unrelated meanings:
Jarring – harsh or unpleasant.
Screeching – high-pitched, unpleasant sound.
Irritating – causing annoyance or discomfort.
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