Which sentence uses a synonym as a context clue?

A.
Rather than being truculent, Charles was easygoing.
B.
The flower garden was vibrant; it was very lively!
C.
Jim was as angry as a bear when he heard the news.
D.
Mala was tenacious; she didn't give up easily!

1 answer

The sentence that uses a synonym as a context clue is:

D. Mala was tenacious; she didn't give up easily!

In this sentence, "didn't give up easily" serves as an explanation or synonym for "tenacious," helping to clarify its meaning.