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In advanced English lexicology, semantics, and idiomatic phraseology, high-level language proficiency requires precise discernment among nuanced synonyms, antonyms, and figurative idioms. Consider the following lexical and idiomatic propositions:I. The adjective 'pusillanimous' is a direct synonym of 'candid' and 'resolute', denoting someone who displays exceptional courage and moral fortitude in moments of crisis.II. The idiom 'to burn the midnight oil' signifies working or studying late into the night with intense dedication and intellectual focus.III. The word 'obfuscate' is an antonym of 'clarify' or 'elucidate', referring to the intentional act of making something obscure, ambiguous, or difficult to understand.IV. The phrase 'to miss the boat' metaphorically means to successfully capitalize on an opportune moment before it expires.Identify the option that correctly evaluates the semantic validity of propositions I, II, III, and IV.
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Detailed Explanation
To solve this question, let us analyze each lexical and idiomatic proposition:
• Proposition I is incorrect: The adjective 'pusillanimous' actually means showing a lack of courage or determination; timid, cowardly. It is an antonym, not a synonym, of 'resolute' or 'candid'.
• Proposition II is correct: The idiom 'to burn the midnight oil' is a well-established figurative expression meaning to stay up working or studying late into the night.
• Proposition III is correct: The verb 'obfuscate' means to render obscure, unclear, or unintelligible, making it a precise antonym for 'clarify' or 'elucidate' (see Wikipedia Reference for further semantic details).
• Proposition IV is incorrect: The idiom 'to miss the boat' means to fail to take advantage of an opportunity, not to capitalize on it successfully.
Therefore, propositions II and III are valid, making option (b) the correct choice.
• Proposition I is incorrect: The adjective 'pusillanimous' actually means showing a lack of courage or determination; timid, cowardly. It is an antonym, not a synonym, of 'resolute' or 'candid'.
• Proposition II is correct: The idiom 'to burn the midnight oil' is a well-established figurative expression meaning to stay up working or studying late into the night.
• Proposition III is correct: The verb 'obfuscate' means to render obscure, unclear, or unintelligible, making it a precise antonym for 'clarify' or 'elucidate' (see Wikipedia Reference for further semantic details).
• Proposition IV is incorrect: The idiom 'to miss the boat' means to fail to take advantage of an opportunity, not to capitalize on it successfully.
Therefore, propositions II and III are valid, making option (b) the correct choice.
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