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Which pair of words differs mainly in intensity rather than basic meaning?

A. Happy – Joyful
B. Begin – Start
C. Buy – Purchase
D. Silent – Quiet

📝 Explanation

Correct: Joyful expresses a stronger degree of happiness than happy. B, C & D: These differ mainly in usage or formality rather than intensity. Concept: Semantic nuance.

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  • Happy – Joyful
  • Begin – Start
  • Buy – Purchase
  • Silent – Quiet

Correct: Joyful expresses a stronger degree of happiness than happy. B, C & D: These differ mainly in usage or formality rather than intensity. Concept: Semantic nuance.

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