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GRE Verbal Reasoning QUESTION #8121
Question 1
In the context of the passage about Nahuatl language, the word coinages most nearly means:
  • adaptations
  • creations✔️
  • idiosyncrasies
  • currencies
Correct Answer Explanation
In the passage, coinages refers to linguistic expressions invented by the Toltec people — original language forms they created. Creations is the best fit because it captures the idea of newly invented expressions or terms. 'Adaptations' implies modifying something existing. 'Idiosyncrasies' means personal quirks. 'Currencies' is the literal financial meaning, which doesn't apply in a linguistic context.