Homophones/Close Words

She was wearing a _______ that was covering her and keeping her warm on the wintery day.

• mantle

• mantel

The warriors' ___________out in two straight lines to the green valley.

• troupe

• troop

The _____ in the musical piece created a beautiful composition.

• cords

• chords

I wanted her job. Yes, I was happy for her, but I admit I was also ______ of her.

• envious

• jealous

She looked bitterly at her rival; her _______ of her opponent's accolades infuriated her.

• envious

• jealous

If you car breaks down on a desolate, dark road, fire off a ______ to alert the neighbors.

• flare

• flair

The organization has a set of _________ (ideas) that must be followed; all align with the mission

• principals

• principles

Before the wedding, we will host a _____ shower.

• bridle

• bridal

"You're beautiful!"

"Thank you for the _______!"

• compliment

• complement

Popcorn and soda are the perfect pairing: they just ________ each other.

• compliment

• complement