[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: country
Target surface form: countries
Context:
Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several <t>countries</t> on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=country%1:15:01:: | definition=an area outside of cities and towns | synonyms=rural area | examples=his poetry celebrated the slower pace of life in the country
2. sense_key=country%1:14:01:: | definition=the people who live in a nation or country | synonyms=nation, land | examples=a statement that sums up the nation's mood; the news was announced to the nation
3. sense_key=country%1:14:00:: | definition=a politically organized body of people under a single government | synonyms=state, nation, land, commonwealth, res publica, body politic | examples=the state has elected a new president; African nations
4. sense_key=country%1:15:02:: | definition=a particular geographical region of indefinite boundary (usually serving some special purpose or distinguished by its people or culture or geography) | synonyms=area | examples=it was a mountainous area; Bible country
5. sense_key=country%1:15:00:: | definition=the territory occupied by a nation | synonyms=state, land | examples=he returned to the land of his birth; he visited several European countries

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 5}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Senses of "Countries" in Context**

Okay, the target word is "countries," and I need to determine the best sense in this sentence: "Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America." The context is a poll across Latin American nations. My initial thought is that "countries" here refers to the political entities, the nations themselves. Let's look at the WordNet senses. I see options for "rural area," "the people," "a politically organized body of people under a single government," "a geographical region," and "the territory occupied by a nation."

My first instinct is sense 3, the political entity (country%1:14:00), but could it be sense 5, the territory? "Support for democracy" suggests the political entity, so that strengthens sense 3 or 5, but the phrase is "in several countries." However, the following phrase, "on the Pacific rim of South America", emphasizes location. Hmm, maybe sense 5 is better? Think about the examples: "he visited several European countries" versus "African nations". In this sentence, it seems "countries" is being used more as a geographic container. "In several countries on the Pacific rim of South America." That really leans toward sense 5. I think the "in" is the key. "In Peru" (the example given later) strongly suggests a geographic location. The use of "in" is typically coupled with location.

I'm starting to lean toward sense 5, the territory. But I need to eliminate sense 3. The phrase "in several countries" is common locative. Is it possible for it to represent a political entity? Yes, but I'm trying to decide the best sense. The geographical modifier, "on the Pacific Rim of South America", is the real clincher. The SemCor example for it, if I have access to it, would prove it to me. "In several countries on the Pacific rim" strongly favors sense 5, meaning territory. The geographical modifier really emphasizes that. The example for sense 5 ("he visited several European countries") matches perfectly. Sense 3, "the state has elected a new president," feels less appropriate here.

Therefore, considering the preposition "in" and the clear geographical modifier "on the Pacific rim of South America," sense 5, "the territory occupied by a nation" seems the most appropriate. I'm choosing sense 5.


attempt_kind: initial

status: success

[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: south_america
Target surface form: South America
Context:
Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of <t>South America</t> (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=south_america%1:14:00:: | definition=the nations of the South American continent collectively | examples=South America is an important market for goods from the United States
2. sense_key=south_america%1:17:00:: | definition=a continent in the western hemisphere connected to North America by the Isthmus of Panama

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 2}
```

finish_reason: stop

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 2}
```

role: assistant

reasoning_content:
**My Analysis of "South America" in Context**

Okay, so the target is "South America," and the context is about rising support for democracy in countries along its Pacific rim. My immediate thought is to consider the possible senses from WordNet. I see two: the continent itself, and the nations collectively.

The key phrase here is "Pacific rim of South America." Analyzing this, "rim" clearly implies a geographical edge. This makes me lean towards the continent sense, the physical landmass. The phrase specifies a physical location – the western edge, the Pacific coast – of the continent. Even though the context involves countries and political shifts, "South America" functions as a geographical container in this phrase.

Let's do a quick structural check. If "South America" meant the nations collectively (candidate 1), the phrase would read "countries on the Pacific rim of the nations collectively." That doesn't fit right. It makes far more sense to interpret it as "countries on the Pacific rim of the continent."

Therefore, sense 2, the continent, aligns much better structurally with "Pacific rim." It's "the Pacific rim of the continent," not the "Pacific rim of the nations." I'm also looking at the WordNet definitions of "Pacific rim" and realize it's specifically referring to the location with respect to the landmass. I am confident in my choice: sense index 2 it is.

type: thinking

service_tier: default

currency: USD


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: table
Target surface form: table
Context:
Those are some of the findings of the latest Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries and published exclusively by The Economist. Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see <t>table</t> 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=table%1:17:00:: | definition=flat tableland with steep edges | synonyms=mesa | examples=the tribe was relatively safe on the mesa but they had to descend into the valley for water
2. sense_key=table%1:14:00:: | definition=a set of data arranged in rows and columns | synonyms=tabular array | examples=see table 1
3. sense_key=table%1:06:02:: | definition=a piece of furniture with tableware for a meal laid out on it | examples=I reserved a table at my favorite restaurant
4. sense_key=table%1:13:01:: | definition=food or meals in general | synonyms=board | examples=she sets a fine table; room and board
5. sense_key=table%1:06:01:: | definition=a piece of furniture having a smooth flat top that is usually supported by one or more vertical legs | examples=it was a sturdy table
6. sense_key=table%1:14:01:: | definition=a company of people assembled at a table for a meal or game | examples=he entertained the whole table with his witty remarks

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 2}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing "Table" in Context**

Okay, so the word is "table," and I need to figure out the right meaning here. The context is "Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1)." Right away, that "see table 1" is a big clue. I've got a list of possible senses running through my head: flat land, furniture for dining, food, a piece of furniture in general, a group of people at a table, and then, most relevantly, a tabular array.

The phrase "see table 1" really screams "data display" to me. It's a standard reference used when data is being presented, and it's extremely unlikely to be referring to a piece of furniture or a meal. We're looking at a tabular array – a set of data arranged in rows and columns. That's a perfect match for sense 2, and given the phrasing of the context, it's a definitive choice. This is straightforward; no further analysis is needed. Sense 2 is the clear winner here.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: year
Target surface form: year
Context:
Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a <t>year</t> since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=year%1:28:00:: | definition=the period of time that it takes for a planet (as, e.g., Earth or Mars) to make a complete revolution around the sun | examples=a Martian year takes 687 of our days
2. sense_key=year%1:28:02:: | definition=a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity | examples=a school year
3. sense_key=year%1:28:01:: | definition=a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days | synonyms=twelvemonth, yr | examples=she is 4 years old; in the year 1920
4. sense_key=year%1:14:00:: | definition=a body of students who graduate together | synonyms=class | examples=the class of '97; she was in my year at Hoehandle High

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 3}
```

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 3}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Meaning of "Year"**

Okay, so the target is "year" and the surface form is just plain "year." Nothing tricky there. Now, let's look at the context: "...where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002...".

Right away, I'm thinking about the possible senses. We've got the astronomical definition (planet's orbit), a period defined by an activity (school), the standard calendar period, and a cohort of students. Based on "6% *a year*", it's clearly a rate. Therefore, the definition "a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days" makes the most sense here. It's the "per annum" sense, the annual period that's the basis for calculating a rate. Bingo, sense number 3 is the winner.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: support
Target surface form: support
Context:
Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, <t>support</t> for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=support%1:21:00:: | definition=the financial means whereby one lives | synonyms=keep, livelihood, living, bread and butter, sustenance | examples=each child was expected to pay for their keep; he applied to the state for support
2. sense_key=support%1:10:01:: | definition=a musical part (vocal or instrumental) that supports or provides background for other musical parts | synonyms=accompaniment, musical accompaniment, backup
3. sense_key=support%1:04:04:: | definition=the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities | examples=his support kept the family together; they gave him emotional support during difficult times
4. sense_key=support%1:04:01:: | definition=the act of bearing the weight of or strengthening | synonyms=supporting | examples=he leaned against the wall for support
5. sense_key=support%1:04:02:: | definition=documentary validation | synonyms=documentation | examples=his documentation of the results was excellent; the strongest support for this view is the work of Jones
6. sense_key=support%1:04:00:: | definition=aiding the cause or policy or interests of | examples=the president no longer has the support of his own party; they developed a scheme of mutual support
7. sense_key=support%1:06:00:: | definition=any device that bears the weight of another thing | examples=there was no place to attach supports for a shelf
8. sense_key=support%1:09:00:: | definition=something providing immaterial assistance to a person or cause or interest | examples=the policy found little public support; his faith was all the support he needed
9. sense_key=support%1:21:01:: | definition=financial resources provided to make some project possible | synonyms=financial support, funding, backing, financial backing | examples=the foundation provided support for the experiment
10. sense_key=support%1:06:01:: | definition=supporting structure that holds up or provides a foundation | examples=the statue stood on a marble support
11. sense_key=support%1:04:03:: | definition=a military operation (often involving new supplies of men and materiel) to strengthen a military force or aid in the performance of its mission | synonyms=reinforcement, reenforcement | examples=they called for artillery support

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 8}
```

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 8}
```

reasoning_content:
**My Analysis of "Support" in Context**

Okay, so I'm looking at this text, and the key word is "support." The context is about increasing support for democracy, which has risen from 40% to 61%. I need to figure out which sense of "support" is being used here. My mind immediately jumps to the possibilities: aiding a cause (like political support), or something providing immaterial assistance (like public approval).

I see that there are multiple candidate senses: financial, musical, providing for, bearing weight...but those don't seem to fit at all.  I'm focusing on senses 6 and 8. Sense 6 is "aiding the cause or policy or interests of" and Sense 8 is "something providing immaterial assistance to a person or cause or interest." I immediately note that Sense 8 has an example "the policy found little public support" and that seems very relevant.

The text talks about *public* attitudes.  It's not about actively aiding democracy; it's about the backing and attitudes towards democracy. I look again at the context. The sentence just prior talks about "increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy." So the next sentence, with "Support for democracy has risen," is clearly referring to *attitudes.*

I look at WordNet. I need to understand if the "support" here is an *act* or something *immaterial*. Let's dig into the WordNet hierarchy. My initial thought is it is an act, but now it's clear this is immaterial assistance.  In WordNet, I see "support%1:09:00::" as something providing immaterial assistance – a cognitive state. "Support%1:04:00::" is an act of aiding. I've got to check! "The policy found little public support." That's exactly it.

Okay, let me check the definitions again. "Public support" points to Sense 8.  I see "public support" explicitly used as an example, which points me towards Sense 8. My initial question is if the support is an act (sense 6) or immaterial assistance (sense 8).

Thinking aloud, the context is that 40% of people favor democracy.  This is a percentage of *abstract backing.* Is that an act (6) or abstract backing/assistance (8)? The percentage of *support* is the amount of backing.  My mind is on "the policy found little public support," and how that relates to the attitudes in the text.

I verify that "support" is related to approval or backing. "Public support" in Sense 8 seems to be a perfect match. I'm focusing on "support%1:09:00::", noun.cognition. The "attitude toward democracy" = "support for democracy." This is clearly a cognitive state. The text even says, "stability of attitudes towards democracy... Support for democracy has risen...". The text refers to a *cognitive state*, which corresponds to noun.cognition.

I've got to double-check. Sense 6 refers to action, but my text is measuring cognitive attitudes. And now, I check lexicographer files, which confirms that 1:09 is noun.cognition. I am convinced! The poll data is measuring attitudes, and those are cognitions.
Therefore, "support" as it is used here is **Sense 8**.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: low
Target surface form: low
Context:
Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a <t>low</t> of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=low%1:07:00:: | definition=a low level or position or degree | examples=the stock market fell to a new low
2. sense_key=low%1:26:00:: | definition=an air mass of lower pressure; often brings precipitation | synonyms=depression | examples=a low moved in over night bringing sleet and snow
3. sense_key=low%1:06:00:: | definition=the lowest forward gear ratio in the gear box of a motor vehicle; used to start a car moving | synonyms=first gear, first, low gear
4. sense_key=low%1:18:00:: | definition=British political cartoonist (born in New Zealand) who created the character Colonel Blimp (1891-1963) | synonyms=David Low, Sir David Low, Sir David Alexander Cecil Low

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Meaning of "Low"**

Okay, the target word is "low" and it's used in this sentence: "...support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year." Right, I need to figure out the specific sense of "low" being used here. Let's see... the first possibility that jumps to mind is **a low level or position or degree**, like when we say "the stock market fell to a new low." That seems plausible given the context of percentages. Then there's **an air mass of lower pressure** – doesn't fit the context; not relevant to percentages. Next, **lowest forward gear ratio** - definitely not applicable here. Finally, **British political cartoonist** - clearly not relevant.

So, comparing the candidates with the context of a low percentage, the first definition, "a low level or position or degree," seems like the perfect fit. The context describes a point on a scale, a minimum, a dip. Thus, sense_index: 1.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: year
Target surface form: year
Context:
Because the poll has been taken regularly since 1995, it tracks changes in attitude across the region. Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this <t>year</t>. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=year%1:14:00:: | definition=a body of students who graduate together | synonyms=class | examples=the class of '97; she was in my year at Hoehandle High
2. sense_key=year%1:28:00:: | definition=the period of time that it takes for a planet (as, e.g., Earth or Mars) to make a complete revolution around the sun | examples=a Martian year takes 687 of our days
3. sense_key=year%1:28:01:: | definition=a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days | synonyms=twelvemonth, yr | examples=she is 4 years old; in the year 1920
4. sense_key=year%1:28:02:: | definition=a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity | examples=a school year

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 3}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Term "Year" in Context**

Okay, so the task is to pinpoint the correct sense of "year" in the phrase "to 61% this year." The context is a poll conducted in September and early October, so we're dealing with a specific time period within the current calendar. The passage explicitly uses "this year's poll" and "61% this year," which strongly suggests a reference to the present calendar year.

Let's quickly run through the possible senses. We have: a calendar year (with 365 or 366 days), an astronomical year, a graduating class, and a school year. "This year" is clearly not referring to a graduating class or a particular astronomical cycle. A school year is also a possibility, but since the poll was taken during the fall, and the phrase is "this year," the timeframe indicates it can only be talking about the current year, and is not a different type of year.

We're left with the calendar year – sense 3. Let's make sure. Sense 3, as defined, is "a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days." The examples, such as "in the year 1920," and definition, perfectly match the context. The phrase "this year" clearly refers to the ongoing calendar year in which the poll was conducted. Therefore, I'm confident that sense 3 is the correct interpretation. The analysis confirms this.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: economy
Target surface form: economy
Context:
Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the <t>economy</t> has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=economy%1:14:00:: | definition=the system of production and distribution and consumption | synonyms=economic system
2. sense_key=economy%1:04:00:: | definition=an act of economizing; reduction in cost | synonyms=saving | examples=it was a small economy to walk to work every day; there was a saving of 50 cents
3. sense_key=economy%1:09:01:: | definition=the efficient use of resources | examples=economy of effort
4. sense_key=economy%1:07:00:: | definition=frugality in the expenditure of money or resources | synonyms=thriftiness | examples=the Scots are famous for their economy

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Term "Economy" in Context**

Okay, so the target word is "economy," pretty broad, but the context is giving me some serious clues. We've got: "It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year." My immediate thought is, which definition of "economy" is the author using here? Let's break down the candidate senses: is it a system of production and distribution and consumption, an act of economizing, the efficient use of resources, or frugality?

Given "recovered," "suffering a big drop in output," and the mention of Mexico, it's pretty clear we're talking about the overall economic system of the nation. The fluctuations in "output" strongly point towards a macroeconomic perspective. So, sense number one, the *system of production and distribution and consumption*, is the clear winner. The other senses just don't gel with the context as neatly. This is straightforward; we're analyzing Mexico's overall economic health.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: drop
Target surface form: drop
Context:
Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big <t>drop</t> in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=drop%1:06:01:: | definition=a curtain that can be lowered and raised onto a stage from the flies; often used as background scenery | synonyms=drop curtain, drop cloth
2. sense_key=drop%1:25:00:: | definition=a shape that is spherical and small | synonyms=bead, pearl | examples=he studied the shapes of low-viscosity drops; beads of sweat on his forehead
3. sense_key=drop%1:04:00:: | definition=the act of dropping something | examples=they expected the drop would be successful
4. sense_key=drop%1:06:00:: | definition=a central depository where things can be left or picked up
5. sense_key=drop%1:11:00:: | definition=a free and rapid descent by the force of gravity | synonyms=fall | examples=it was a miracle that he survived the drop from that height
6. sense_key=drop%1:23:00:: | definition=a small indefinite quantity (especially of a liquid); ; ; ; --Kipling | synonyms=drib, driblet | examples=he had a drop too much to drink; a drop of each sample was analyzed
7. sense_key=drop%1:15:00:: | definition=a predetermined hiding place for the deposit and distribution of illicit goods (such as drugs or stolen property)
8. sense_key=drop%1:07:00:: | definition=a sudden sharp decrease in some quantity | synonyms=dip, fall, free fall | examples=a drop of 57 points on the Dow Jones index; there was a drop in pressure in the pulmonary artery
9. sense_key=drop%1:17:00:: | definition=a steep high face of rock | synonyms=cliff, drop-off | examples=he stood on a high cliff overlooking the town; a steep drop

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Word "Drop" in Context**

Okay, so the target word is "drop," and the surrounding sentence talks about an economic recovery in Mexico after a "big drop in output." My brain immediately goes to analyzing the possible senses. Let's see... curtain? No. Spherical shape? Nope. The act of physically dropping something? Not in this context. A central depository? Doesn't fit. A free fall from a height? Doesn't make sense here. A small amount of liquid? Definitely not. Predetermined hiding place? No way. Okay, now we're getting warmer...

A sudden decrease in quantity? Bingo! "A sudden sharp decrease in some quantity" is spot on. This sense aligns perfectly with the phrase "drop in output." We're talking about a dip, a fall. Other examples that come to mind are "a drop of 57 points," or a "drop in pressure." That's exactly what they mean in the economic sense – a decrease in economic output. Rock faces are out as an option. Sense 8, a sudden sharp decrease in some quantity, that's definitely the key to this sentence. Problem solved!


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: output
Target surface form: output
Context:
Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in <t>output</t> last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=output%1:23:00:: | definition=the quantity of something (as a commodity) that is created (usually within a given period of time) | synonyms=yield, production | examples=production was up in the second quarter
2. sense_key=output%1:06:00:: | definition=final product; the things produced | synonyms=end product
3. sense_key=output%1:04:00:: | definition=production of a certain amount | synonyms=yield
4. sense_key=output%1:06:01:: | definition=what is produced in a given time period | synonyms=outturn, turnout
5. sense_key=output%1:10:02:: | definition=signal that comes out of an electronic system | synonyms=output signal

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Senses of "Output" in an Economic Context**

Okay, the target is "output" and the context is economic recovery after a drop. My initial thought is that we're talking about the economic sense of "output," the quantity of goods and services. Let's dig in. I need to make sure I am choosing the right sense.

I have a few candidates: output%1:23:00, output%1:06:00, output%1:04:00, output%1:06:01, and output%1:10:02. The last one is clearly out – it's an electronic system signal. Right off the bat, sense 1 looks promising. It defines "output" as the *quantity* of something created, usually within a certain period. Synonyms are yield and production. The context mentions a "big drop in output," so that "quantity created" directly maps. "Production was up in the second quarter" is a great example. A "drop in output" is definitely a decrease in production. I need to keep looking at my options.

Sense 4, "what is produced in a given time period," seems similar. It uses synonyms like outturn and turnout. But that's a subtle distinction. When I consider the emphasis on "drop," which implies a *reduction* in *quantity*, sense 1 just makes more sense. Also, the term "economic growth" is usually about production.

I want to confirm. Looking back at the definitions and synonyms for all senses again:
*   Sense 1: the quantity of something ... created. Synonyms: yield, production.
*   Sense 3: production of a certain amount.
*   Sense 4: what is produced in a given time period.

"A big drop in output" is all about that quantity: a drop in the *quantity* produced. It's really the quantity that matters here. "Last year" further grounds this within a time period. The example of "production was up" really confirms this. The "drop in output" is a "drop in production." Given the context, I'm confident in selecting Sense 1.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: year
Target surface form: year
Context:
Two related things stand out in the results of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last <t>year</t>. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=year%1:28:02:: | definition=a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity | examples=a school year
2. sense_key=year%1:28:01:: | definition=a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days | synonyms=twelvemonth, yr | examples=she is 4 years old; in the year 1920
3. sense_key=year%1:28:00:: | definition=the period of time that it takes for a planet (as, e.g., Earth or Mars) to make a complete revolution around the sun | examples=a Martian year takes 687 of our days
4. sense_key=year%1:14:00:: | definition=a body of students who graduate together | synonyms=class | examples=the class of '97; she was in my year at Hoehandle High

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 2}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Usage of "Year" in Context**

Okay, so the target is "year," the surface form is "year," and the context is "... It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year." My immediate task is to determine which sense of "year" is intended by the phrase "last year."

First, I consider the provided candidate senses. Candidate 1 is a regular period of a calendar year, like a "school year". Then there's Candidate 2: "a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days," which is the straightforward calendar sense. That seems right for this context. Candidate 3 references planetary revolution and candidate 4 refers to a student body.

"Last year," in this economic context, clearly refers to a calendar year. This strongly suggests that Candidate 2, the definition for a period of 365 or 366 days, is the correct sense. The examples provided—"in the year 1920," "she is 4 years old"—fit perfectly. I'm essentially looking for the "calendar year" sense, which matches the phrasing in candidate 2.

No need to re-evaluate after this level of precision. Therefore, the sense index is 2.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: half
Target surface form: half
Context:
The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around <t>half</t> of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=half%1:23:00:: | definition=one of two equal parts of a divisible whole | synonyms=one-half | examples=half a loaf; half an hour
2. sense_key=half%1:28:00:: | definition=one of two divisions into which some games or performances are divided: the two divisions are separated by an interval

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Meaning of "Half" in Context**

Okay, so the target word is "half," and the specific form we're looking at is, well, "half." The context, "But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil..." immediately suggests a proportional meaning. Let's see... the candidate senses give us two options. The first, sense_key=half%1:23:00::, is "one of two equal parts of a divisible whole." That feels right. Then we have sense_key=half%1:28:00::, which is "one of two divisions into which some games or performances are divided." Clearly, we're not talking about a game or performance here.

"Half of respondents" is clearly referring to a proportion, roughly 50% – one of two equal parts of the total group of respondents. Therefore, sense 1 is definitely the winner. Simple, really. On to the next one.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: respondent
Target surface form: respondents
Context:
The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of <t>respondents</t> in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=respondent%1:18:00:: | definition=someone who responds | synonyms=responder, answerer
2. sense_key=respondent%1:18:01:: | definition=the codefendant (especially in a divorce proceeding) who is accused of adultery with the corespondent

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Meaning of "Respondents"**

Okay, so the text is discussing a survey on democracy in Latin America and the word "respondents" has me thinking. It's used in the context of people answering questions, specifically mentioning survey results in Mexico and Brazil, and satisfaction levels across the region. The word "respondents" could mean a few things, but given the context of a survey, it's pretty clear that it has to be about *people who are responding* to the survey or poll.

My initial sense is that it's the first one, the one synonymous with "responder" or "answerer." Just to be completely sure, I'll quickly confirm with the definitions. Yes, sense 1, "someone who responds," absolutely nails it. The other potential sense, the legal term referring to the defendant in a divorce, is obviously not relevant here. So, yeah, sense index 1 it is. The survey context completely dictates the correct meaning. It's a textbook example!


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: brazil
Target surface form: Brazil
Context:
The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and <t>Brazil</t>, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=brazil%1:15:00:: | definition=the largest Latin American country and the largest Portuguese speaking country in the world; located in the central and northeastern part of South America; world's leading coffee exporter | synonyms=Federative Republic of Brazil, Brasil
2. sense_key=brazil%1:13:00:: | definition=three-sided tropical American nut with white oily meat and hard brown shell | synonyms=brazil nut

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

reasoning_content:
**Brazil: The Obvious Choice**

Okay, the target word is "Brazil." The provided context immediately narrows things down – it mentions "Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries" in Latin America.  That’s the key. My expert intuition screams that it’s referring to the country. I'm already dismissing any secondary meanings; I know the different senses of the word. A quick mental scan surfaces the obvious: "the largest Latin American country..." and a less relevant, "three-sided tropical American nut..." Given the context, the first definition is clearly the intended one.  No need for further analysis here; it's a straightforward disambiguation. Sense index: 1.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: country
Target surface form: countries
Context:
The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous <t>countries</t>, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=country%1:15:02:: | definition=a particular geographical region of indefinite boundary (usually serving some special purpose or distinguished by its people or culture or geography) | synonyms=area | examples=it was a mountainous area; Bible country
2. sense_key=country%1:15:00:: | definition=the territory occupied by a nation | synonyms=state, land | examples=he returned to the land of his birth; he visited several European countries
3. sense_key=country%1:15:01:: | definition=an area outside of cities and towns | synonyms=rural area | examples=his poetry celebrated the slower pace of life in the country
4. sense_key=country%1:14:00:: | definition=a politically organized body of people under a single government | synonyms=state, nation, land, commonwealth, res publica, body politic | examples=the state has elected a new president; African nations
5. sense_key=country%1:14:01:: | definition=the people who live in a nation or country | synonyms=nation, land | examples=a statement that sums up the nation's mood; the news was announced to the nation

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{
  "sense_index": 2
}
```

content:
```json
{
  "sense_index": 2
}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Senses of "Countries"**

Okay, so the lemma is "country," and the surface form is "countries." The context is "But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats..." My initial thought is to consider the possible senses: area, territory, rural area, political entity, or the people.

The key phrase is "Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries." Right away, I see this could refer to either the geographic territory or the nation itself. I'm focusing on "most populous." This implies the number of people, leading me to lean towards a sense of either the political entity or the territory.

I'm thinking about the WordNet distinction between the "territory" sense (2) and the "political body" sense (4). I'm asking myself, does "most populous" describe the physical space or the people within it? "African nations" feels like sense 4, a political body, but examples like "European countries" could fall into either sense. It's a bit ambiguous.

The crucial clue, I think, is the preposition "in": "respondents *in* Mexico and Brazil." This points strongly to a geographical location, a territory. You live *in* a territory, not usually *in* a nation as a whole – you are a *part of* a nation.

Then I am thinking about checking the senses again.

I'm checking the WordNet examples. Sense 2 (territory) has examples like "he visited several European countries." Sense 4 (political entity) has examples like "the state has elected a new president." The preposition "in" strongly suggests that we are talking about territory (sense 2).

The phrasing "several countries on the Pacific rim" from earlier in the text confirms it. They are being used as locations. So, considering the preposition "in" and the clear geographical reference to Mexico and Brazil, the best interpretation is sense 2: the territory occupied by a nation.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: democrat
Target surface form: democrats
Context:
The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced <t>democrats</t>, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=democrat%1:18:01:: | definition=a member of the Democratic Party
2. sense_key=democrat%1:18:00:: | definition=an advocate of democratic principles | synonyms=populist

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 2}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing "Democrats" in the Latin American Context**

Okay, so I'm diving into this text, focusing on how "democrats" are perceived in Latin America. The key here is understanding the intended meaning of that word, and my gut tells me this will be important for making sense of the entire passage. I have two candidate senses to consider: is this about a specific political party, the US Democratic Party, or are we talking about someone who *advocates* for democratic principles more generally?

The examples given, "convinced democrats" in Mexico and Brazil, are the clues that I need. The phrase suggests a contrast – there are those who are convinced and those who are not, implying a belief in something. Thinking about it, it's pretty clear that the text is discussing people who believe in and support the ideals of democracy. The Democratic Party, as a US political entity, doesn't really fit that context. It would be odd to discuss party affiliation in this way. Therefore, sense number two is the obvious winner – we're talking about individuals who champion democratic ideals, not members of a political party. This distinction is crucial to interpreting the broader discussion accurately.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: average
Target surface form: average
Context:
The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional <t>average</t> (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=average%1:24:00:: | definition=(sports) the ratio of successful performances to opportunities
2. sense_key=average%1:09:01:: | definition=an intermediate scale value regarded as normal or usual | examples=he is about average in height; the snowfall this month is below average
3. sense_key=average%1:09:00:: | definition=a statistic describing the location of a distribution | synonyms=norm | examples=it set the norm for American homes

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 3}
```

reasoning_content:
**Deconstructing "Average" in the Data**

Okay, so the text uses "average" and my expert brain kicks into gear. The sentence references "the regional average" concerning the percentage of "convinced democrats." Immediately, I'm thinking about statistical averages – specifically, the mean, or the central tendency of a distribution. Let's see... the candidate senses offered are:

1.  A sports ratio – irrelevant.
2.  An intermediate "normal" value - could be a contender if we were discussing something like height, but it doesn't quite fit the context.
3.  A *statistic* describing the location of a distribution (with the synonym "norm") – Bingo. This perfectly aligns with calculating the overall percentage across the region. The average, here, *is* a computed statistic based on survey data. The wording "drags down the regional average" strongly suggests that it's a calculated value that is being affected by individual country's specific value.

Let me just double-check, though, to be sure. Sense 2 talks about a "normal or usual" value. While it *could* apply loosely, the focus here is the *calculated* average, not some subjective notion of what's "normal" in an abstract sense. Sense 3, with its explicit reference to a statistic and "norm," wins out handily. Yes, this is the correct sense. The "average" is the computed mean percentage from across the surveyed region, and the data from Mexico and Brazil are lowering it.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: chart
Target surface form: chart
Context:
The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see <t>chart</t> 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=chart%1:10:00:: | definition=a visual display of information
2. sense_key=chart%1:06:00:: | definition=a map designed to assist navigation by air or sea

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Usage of "Chart"**

Okay, the target word is "chart" and I need to determine its sense in this context. The sentence reads "...which drags down the regional average (see chart 2)." That's the key. My expert mind immediately pulls up the two primary senses I need to consider: a visual display of information (like a graph or diagram) and a navigational map.

Given the surrounding text, I'm leaning heavily towards the visual display sense. The phrase "regional average" screams *data*, and the parenthetical reference "chart 2" strongly suggests a visual aid illustrating that data. Considering this is an analysis about support for democracy, the author is most likely going to use a visual display of data/information, probably statistics. Therefore, sense 1, a visual display of information, is the correct choice here. It just *fits* the context perfectly. No other sense makes as much sense here.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: respondent
Target surface form: respondents
Context:
The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of <t>respondents</t> across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=respondent%1:18:00:: | definition=someone who responds | synonyms=responder, answerer
2. sense_key=respondent%1:18:01:: | definition=the codefendant (especially in a divorce proceeding) who is accused of adultery with the corespondent

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Term "Respondents"**

Okay, let's break this down. The target word is "respondent", and the form we're seeing is pluralized: "respondents". The context is key, of course: "Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice..." Right, so we need to pick the right sense from the WordNet entries.

We have two possibilities: the general "someone who responds" (sense 1), or the more specific legal "codefendant" in a divorce (sense 2). Clearly, given the phrase "answered a survey or poll about democracy", the second sense just doesn't fit here. We're talking about individuals providing answers or opinions, not a legal proceeding.

Therefore, it's clear that the appropriate sense is respondent%1:18:00:: - "someone who responds." That's the one. No need to overthink it; the context is pretty definitive.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: country
Target surface form: country
Context:
The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their <t>country</t>'s democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=country%1:15:02:: | definition=a particular geographical region of indefinite boundary (usually serving some special purpose or distinguished by its people or culture or geography) | synonyms=area | examples=it was a mountainous area; Bible country
2. sense_key=country%1:15:00:: | definition=the territory occupied by a nation | synonyms=state, land | examples=he returned to the land of his birth; he visited several European countries
3. sense_key=country%1:15:01:: | definition=an area outside of cities and towns | synonyms=rural area | examples=his poetry celebrated the slower pace of life in the country
4. sense_key=country%1:14:01:: | definition=the people who live in a nation or country | synonyms=nation, land | examples=a statement that sums up the nation's mood; the news was announced to the nation
5. sense_key=country%1:14:00:: | definition=a politically organized body of people under a single government | synonyms=state, nation, land, commonwealth, res publica, body politic | examples=the state has elected a new president; African nations

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 5}
```

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 5}
```

reasoning_content:
**Deconstructing "Country" in the Context of Democracy**

Okay, so the target word here is "country," and the context is all about how well democracy is functioning. My immediate thought is, "country" refers to the political entity, the *nation-state* itself. We're talking about how *their* democracy, the democracy of the *state*, functions. So, let's look at the options.

We've got geographical area, territory, rural area, the people, and *finally* a "politically organized body of people under a single government." Bingo! That last one, sense 5, seems like the perfect fit. Democracy is a system of government, a political concept, and it's a property of this politically organized body, this nation-state.

Wait, should I really be so certain? Just to be thorough... Could it be the territory itself, the land (sense 2)? "Their country's democracy" sounds more like the political state or nation. Sense 5 has some solid synonyms: state, nation, land, commonwealth, res publica, body politic. The example sentence in that sense, "the state has elected a new president", feels right on the mark.

And what about sense 4? "The people who live in a nation or country" (nation, land). Maybe the people? "A statement that sums up the nation's mood"? It could be about the people, but the democracy is an idea around governing.

Okay, back to sense 5. This is *it*: "a politically organized body of people under a single government." Democracy definitely implies a system of government within this organized body. I like how it fits so well in the phrase "their country," implying the democracy of *their* state.

Let's look at the example sentences to be sure. "Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries." Is that the territory or the political entity? This can easily be the state, the political entity. Their "Congress," their "government" – again, that points to "their country" referring to the state. Okay, now I'm feeling confident about this definition.

Just a quick check back at the other example: "several countries on the Pacific rim of South America." In that case "countries" could also refer to the states or territories.

So, when we talk about a country *having* a government, or a democracy, we're almost always referring to the political entity, not the land. But I'll double-check WordNet definitions, of course.

Sense 2 (the territory) is something like "he returned to the land of his birth".

Sense 5 (the politically organized body) perfectly suits this scenario.

"Satisfied with how their country's democracy works" - it's the nation/state as a political entity.

"Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries" – still the political entity, not just the physical space.

Just checking: country%1:14:00:: = state, nation, land, commonwealth... Perfect! That list of synonyms solidifies it. The democracy is a function of the political entity, not the physical area.

And just to be absolutely sure... Sense 4, the people? "The news was announced to the nation." It *could* be the people, but democracy implies a system of the government.

Yes, sense 5 is the winner. "Their country's democracy" is about the state. It's the only one that truly makes sense here.

I think we can safely conclude that in this context, "country" is unequivocally sense 5.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: democracy
Target surface form: democracy
Context:
The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's <t>democracy</t> works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=democracy%1:09:01:: | definition=the doctrine that the numerical majority of an organized group can make decisions binding on the whole group | synonyms=majority rule
2. sense_key=democracy%1:14:00:: | definition=a political system in which the supreme power lies in a body of citizens who can elect people to represent them | synonyms=republic, commonwealth
3. sense_key=democracy%1:09:00:: | definition=the political orientation of those who favor government by the people or by their elected representatives

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 2}
```

reasoning_content:
Here's my analysis of the word "democracy" in that sentence:

**Deciphering "Democracy" in Context**

Alright, let's break this down. The target word is "democracy," specifically within the phrase "their country's democracy." Right off the bat, that tells me we're dealing with a *political system* in a particular nation. This immediately narrows the field.

I've got three potential senses to consider: 1) majority rule, which could be relevant, but isn't quite the core meaning here; 2) the specific system where citizens elect representatives – a republic or commonwealth, that's spot on; and 3) the general political orientation favoring governance by the people.

Considering "their country's democracy," Sense 2 is the most appropriate. It speaks directly to the structure and function of the political system they're living under.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: figure
Target surface form: figure
Context:
The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same <t>figure</t> as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=figure%1:23:00:: | definition=one of the elements that collectively form a system of numeration | synonyms=digit | examples=0 and 1 are digits
2. sense_key=figure%1:25:00:: | definition=a combination of points and lines and planes that form a visible palpable shape
3. sense_key=figure%1:09:00:: | definition=a unitary percept having structure and coherence that is the object of attention and that stands out against a ground
4. sense_key=figure%1:08:00:: | definition=alternative names for the body of a human being | synonyms=human body, physical body, material body, soma, build, physique | examples=Leonardo studied the human body; he has a strong physique
5. sense_key=figure%1:04:00:: | definition=a predetermined set of movements in dancing or skating | examples=she made the best score on compulsory figures
6. sense_key=figure%1:07:00:: | definition=the impression produced by a person | examples=he cut a fine figure; a heroic figure
7. sense_key=figure%1:06:01:: | definition=a decorative or artistic work | synonyms=design, pattern | examples=the coach had a design on the doors
8. sense_key=figure%1:18:00:: | definition=a well-known or notable person | synonyms=name, public figure | examples=they studied all the great names in the history of France; she is an important figure in modern music
9. sense_key=figure%1:06:00:: | definition=a model of a bodily form (especially of a person) | examples=he made a figure of Santa Claus
10. sense_key=figure%1:10:00:: | definition=a diagram or picture illustrating textual material | synonyms=fig | examples=the area covered can be seen from Figure 2
11. sense_key=figure%1:07:01:: | definition=the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals | synonyms=number | examples=he had a number of chores to do; the number of parameters is small
12. sense_key=figure%1:10:01:: | definition=language used in a figurative or nonliteral sense | synonyms=trope, figure of speech, image
13. sense_key=figure%1:21:00:: | definition=an amount of money expressed numerically | examples=a figure of $17 was suggested

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

raw_output:
```json
{"sense_index": 11}
```

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 11}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Meaning of "Figure" in Context**

Okay, so the target is "figure," the surface form is "figure," and the context is about a survey percentage. My initial thought is that "figure" here probably refers to a sum, total, number, or percentage, in this case, 44%. Let's see if the available senses align.

I'm quickly scanning the senses... digit? Nope. That's a constituent element, not the whole quantity. Amount of money? Definitely not. The context doesn't suggest a monetary value. Let's get to the number senses. Here's one: `figure%1:07:01:: | definition=the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals | synonyms=number`. Bingo. That feels like a solid fit: "the same *number* as last year." The example, "the number of parameters is small", is directly analogous.

I'm quickly dismissing `figure%1:23:00::` (digit) because while "44" *uses* digits, the *figure* itself represents the *quantity* or *percentage*, not the constituent digits.

Now, let's just review WordNet's broader noun senses for "figure": diagram, public figure, body, amount of money, number, digit. Given the context, "number" is clearly the intended sense. "Figure" is being used to represent a percentage – a numerical quantity.

Okay, back to `figure%1:07:01::`, which is sense 11. The definition: "the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals".  Synonym: *number*. This is a perfect match for "the same figure as last year", where "figure" refers to the percentage of respondents.

Let's quickly confirm there aren't any other number-related senses to consider: digit, number, amount of money.  We are sticking with sense 11. The core idea is the *quantity*, the numerical representation. Therefore, I conclude, sense 11 is the correct one.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: year
Target surface form: year
Context:
The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last <t>year</t> but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=year%1:28:01:: | definition=a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days | synonyms=twelvemonth, yr | examples=she is 4 years old; in the year 1920
2. sense_key=year%1:28:02:: | definition=a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity | examples=a school year
3. sense_key=year%1:28:00:: | definition=the period of time that it takes for a planet (as, e.g., Earth or Mars) to make a complete revolution around the sun | examples=a Martian year takes 687 of our days
4. sense_key=year%1:14:00:: | definition=a body of students who graduate together | synonyms=class | examples=the class of '97; she was in my year at Hoehandle High

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
**Deconstructing the Temporal Reference**

Okay, so I'm presented with "last year," and immediately my analytical gears start turning. The text is using "last year" twice, but the crucial point is the first instance. I need to pinpoint the exact temporal meaning. My expertise tells me this is likely tied to a calendar year or a standard 365-day period, perhaps extending to 366 days in a leap year.

Let's break down the possibilities. I'm considering several candidates: a simple, calendar-based period of 365 or 366 days is the most obvious (like the year 1920, for example). However, I also have to account for possibilities like a school year or something similar, even if less likely here. We could even entertain an astronomical year, although that feels less relevant given the context. And I should probably rule out "graduating class".

Based on my understanding of language and context, I'd say Sense 1, the standard temporal/calendar sense, is the clearest fit. "last year" almost certainly corresponds to year%1:28:01::. I'm pretty confident in that assessment.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: increase
Target surface form: increase
Context:
The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big <t>increase</t> on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=increase%1:04:00:: | definition=the act of increasing something | synonyms=step-up | examples=he gave me an increase in salary
2. sense_key=increase%1:11:00:: | definition=a change resulting in an increase | examples=the increase is scheduled for next month
3. sense_key=increase%1:07:00:: | definition=the amount by which something increases | synonyms=increment | examples=they proposed an increase of 15 percent in the fare
4. sense_key=increase%1:22:00:: | definition=a process of becoming larger or longer or more numerous or more important | synonyms=increment, growth | examples=the increase in unemployment; the growth of population
5. sense_key=increase%1:23:00:: | definition=a quantity that is added | synonyms=addition, gain | examples=there was an addition to property taxes this year; they recorded the cattle's gain in weight over a period of weeks

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 3}
```

reasoning_content:
**My Analysis of "Increase" in Context**

Okay, here's how I'm thinking through this. The target word is "increase," and the sentence presents it as "a big increase on the 25%." I'm an expert, so I need to nail down the precise sense.

First, I consider the possible senses from WordNet. This could be the act of increasing, the change resulting in an increase, the amount by which something increases (this seems promising), the process of becoming larger, or a quantity that's added.

The context of comparing 44% to 25% quickly narrows things down. It's not the *act* of increasing (sense 1). The text focuses on the *amount* of the change (sense 3), or possibly the *process* or the *change* itself (senses 2 and 4). "A big increase *on* the 25%" strongly suggests a comparison, the magnitude of the difference (maybe the "process" or the "change").

I consider "a big increase on." The "on" is what's key. It's not "an increase of X" (which would be sense 3) but "a big increase *on* Y." If it was "an increase of 15%," it would be much clearer as sense 3. But here, the phrasing implies a comparison to a baseline.  I’m working with a percentage increase from a baseline, comparing numerical values. The phrase "a big increase on" suggests it's the *amount* of the increase that's significant, but not the addition itself.

So, I’m leaning towards sense 3 or 2. "A change resulting in an increase" sounds plausible (sense 2). But in the "a big increase" context, the *magnitude* of the change is more prominent. A *big* change is big, but here it is a "big amount by which it increases." The phrase implies the size of the *amount* or *change*. It implies, numerically, that the size of increase is a *big* number/percentage.

I consider hypernyms.  "A big increase" (amount, change, process). The context doesn't have a "step-up", nor "quantity that is added." I need to decide if the 44% represents a process or the amount or change that is a big increase on 25%.

The phrase "44% … but a big increase on 25%" directly states that the "figure" is the big increase. If it is a process, that does not fit. If it is an amount, 44% is not the amount. I think 44% shows/represents a big increase. If I focus on "big" and the comparison "on", this points to sense 3: amount. It seems that "44% represents a big amount."

Let's check the Oxford definition: "a rise in the size, amount, or degree of something". This aligns with sense 4 (process or growth) and sense 2 (change).  WordNet distinguishes between the amount (sense 3), the change (sense 2), and the process (sense 4).

I analyze examples. "An increase *of* X" is usually sense 3. "An increase *in* X" is typically sense 4.  "X is an increase *over* Y" (if it existed) is more often about an "amount" or "gain" (which, I don’t think is happening). The difference is numerically large.

In this specific sentence, "a big increase *on* 25%" - the "on" does not imply addition. This usage is very specific, not the generic "increase in unemployment," that’s "in", or “an increase of," that is sense 3.

If I say "44% represents a big increase" the magnitude of the *amount* is important.  If I say "44% is the same figure as last year but a big increase", then the size of the difference is the amount.
In conclusion, "big" modifies the *amount* of the change, even though the number being used is the new figure, and not the change itself.  While sense 2 (change) is a possibility, since the comparison is between numbers (44% and 25%), I’m going with Sense 3: The amount by which something increases.  Specifically, the big part is the amount! The "big increase" *refers to* the change, but I think that the amount by which it has increased is the best.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: chart
Target surface form: chart
Context:
The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (<t>chart</t> 3). Some 34% said they had confidence in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=chart%1:10:00:: | definition=a visual display of information
2. sense_key=chart%1:06:00:: | definition=a map designed to assist navigation by air or sea

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the Meaning of "Chart"**

Okay, so the target word is "chart," and it's being used in its basic form. The provided context is: "...a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3)." Right away, my expertise kicks in, and I see this is likely a data-driven scenario. I've got two candidate senses: a visual display of information and a navigation map. Given the reference to percentages and the implied presentation of data within an article (specifically, a numbered "chart 3"), the *visual display of information* sense is the only logical fit. A navigation chart, even though it *is* visual, isn't used to represent percentage changes. Therefore, it's clear: sense 1, the visual display of data, is absolutely the correct interpretation here. This is a straightforward disambiguation based on contextual clues and prior knowledge.


[System] You are an English linguist performing fine-grained Word Sense Disambiguation. WordNet glosses are schematic. Use the sentence context, the examples, and the synonyms to choose the best indexed sense. Do not hedge. Choose the single best indexed sense.

[User]
Target lemma: confidence
Target surface form: confidence
Context:
Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1). For example in Peru, where economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002, support for democracy has risen from a low of 40% in 2005 to 61% this year. It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year. But only around half of respondents in Mexico and Brazil, the region's two most populous countries, are convinced democrats, which drags down the regional average (see chart 2). Some 44% of respondents across the region pronounced themselves satisfied with how their country's democracy works in practice, the same figure as last year but a big increase on the 25% in 2001 (chart 3). Some 34% said they had <t>confidence</t> in their country's Congress and 45% in their government, the same as last year in both cases but up sharply from 2003 (17% and 24% respectively). A decade ago economic woes in Latin America undermined support for democracy.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=confidence%1:12:00:: | definition=a feeling of trust (in someone or something) | examples=I have confidence in our team; confidence is always borrowed, never owned
2. sense_key=confidence%1:26:03:: | definition=a trustful relationship | synonyms=trust | examples=he took me into his confidence; he betrayed their trust
3. sense_key=confidence%1:26:02:: | definition=a state of confident hopefulness that events will be favorable | examples=public confidence in the economy
4. sense_key=confidence%1:10:00:: | definition=a secret that is confided or entrusted to another | examples=everyone trusted him with their confidences; the priest could not reveal her confidences
5. sense_key=confidence%1:09:00:: | definition=freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities | synonyms=assurance, self-assurance, self-confidence, authority, sureness | examples=his assurance in his superiority did not make him popular; after that failure he lost his confidence

Instructions:
1. Choose the single best indexed sense for the target word in context.
2. WordNet glosses are schematic; use the context, synonyms, and examples together.
3. Do not answer with a WordNet sense key.
4. Return only a JSON object exactly like {"sense_index": 3}.

content:
```json
{"sense_index": 1}
```

reasoning_content:
**Analyzing the "Confidence" Sense for this Context**

Okay, so the target is "confidence," and the context mentions people having confidence in their country's Congress and government. Right off the bat, I see a few potential senses. Let's run through them: We have a "feeling of trust," which seems promising given the "Congress" and "government" context. Then there's "a trustful relationship," which seems less likely. Next, "a state of confident hopefulness," which sounds plausible, but often applies to broader concepts. Finally, the senses of a secret or freedom from doubt.

Now, considering the example "had confidence in their country's Congress," the "feeling of trust" sense (sense 1) seems like a perfect fit. It's essentially the same as saying "I have confidence in our team," isn't it? But, hold on, "a state of confident hopefulness" (sense 3) also aligns, like "public confidence in the economy." Hmm, is it sense 1 or sense 3? Let me think.

"Confidence in an institution" like Congress or the government usually leans towards sense 1, a feeling of trust, because it's *about* trusting the institution. Comparing the two, the wording of sense 1 is: "a feeling of trust." In sense 3: "a state of confident hopefulness." So, is this about a feeling of trust or hopefulness? "I have confidence in our team" fits with sense 1. Congress and government are institutions, like a team. The text states: "had confidence in their country's Congress" and it is grammatically/semantically identical to "I have confidence in our team". I am inclined to choose sense 1 here.

Let me double-check. The context is "they had confidence in their country's Congress" so, should I use the feeling of trust or a state of confident hopefulness? I lean towards trust, specifically, trusting the institution.

Just to be absolutely sure, let's look at sense 1 again (feeling of trust) and sense 3 (confident hopefulness).

Okay, one last review: Sense 1 aligns with an "I have confidence in our team" kind of scenario. Sense 3 is about "public confidence in the economy". Given the governmental context, trusting the institution (sense 1) makes the most sense.

Yes, I'm confident. I'm going with Sense 1.