emit - SAT Word

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emit 
  ( SAT Prep - Sample Word )
This word "emit" often comes up in the SAT. Of the choices below which is the closest in meaning?
point
renowned
continuation
give out




Detailed description and alternate definitions of the word 'emit':
  To give or send out (matter or energy).
  To voice; express.
  To give out as sound; utter.
  To issue with authority, especially to put (currency) into circulation.

Synonyms of word 'emit' :
 breathe
 give out
 pass off
 utter
 give off
 let out
 let loose

Antonym of word 'emit' :
  take in
  absorb

Usage of the word 'emit' in Sentences :
  Mervyn King last week took aim at banks for restarting the search for yield that lay behind the financial crisis.
  emit when alarmed.
  emit a photon?
  The radiation emitted from a cluster comes from a very small fraction of the mass present.
  emitted by atoms in the solar surface.
  emitted into the atmosphere.
  emitted in sufficient quantities to increase crop growth by a factor of 2-3 % minimum.
  emitted by atoms in the solar surface.
  emitting ionizing radiation.
  emitted 212 million tons of carbon dioxide.
  emitted from premises.

Usage of the word 'emit' in popular media :
Washington Post   —
  emitted by the earth itself..... read more ››

Wall Street Journal   —
  emit some noxious fumes into the atmosphere by driving there, or leave a slight residue on a site..... read more ››
 the yelps and grunts the players were required to emit just sounded awkward and affected..... read more ››




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