[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: thing
Target surface form: things
Context:
Support for democracy in Latin America continues to edge up, as does backing for private enterprise. Crime has become a bigger worry than unemployment. And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region. 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 <t>things</t> 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.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=thing%1:26:00:: | definition=a special situation | examples=this thing has got to end; it is a remarkable thing
2. sense_key=thing%1:04:00:: | definition=an action | examples=how could you do such a thing?
3. sense_key=thing%1:09:00:: | definition=a special abstraction | examples=a thing of the spirit; things of the heart
4. sense_key=thing%1:06:00:: | definition=an artifact | examples=how does this thing work?
5. sense_key=thing%1:11:00:: | definition=an event | examples=a funny thing happened on the way to the...
6. sense_key=thing%1:09:02:: | definition=a vaguely specified concern | synonyms=matter, affair | examples=several matters to attend to; it is none of your affair
7. sense_key=thing%1:10:00:: | definition=a statement regarded as an object | examples=to say the same thing in other terms; how can you say such a thing?
8. sense_key=thing%1:06:01:: | definition=an entity that is not named specifically | examples=I couldn't tell what the thing was
9. sense_key=thing%1:07:00:: | definition=any attribute or quality considered as having its own existence | examples=the thing I like about her is ...
10. sense_key=thing%1:09:01:: | definition=a special objective | examples=the thing is to stay in bounds
11. sense_key=thing%1:12:00:: | definition=a persistent illogical feeling of desire or aversion | examples=he has a thing about seafood; she has a thing about him
12. sense_key=thing%1:03:00:: | definition=a separate and self-contained entity

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:
To determine the best indexed sense for the target word "things" in the given context, let's analyze the sentence and the provided candidate senses.

The context is discussing the findings of the Latinobarómetro poll, specifically highlighting that two related "things" stand out in the results. The discussion revolves around the attitudes and perceptions of people in Latin America regarding democracy, private enterprise, crime, and the influence of certain countries.

1. The first step is to understand the meaning of "things" in this context. The sentence implies that "things" refers to certain observations, findings, or aspects that have been noted in the poll results.

2. Let's examine the candidate senses:
   - Sense 1: a special situation. This doesn't quite fit as "things" here refers to more than one aspect or finding.
   - Sense 2: an action. The context doesn't directly relate to actions but to observations or findings.
   - Sense 3: a special abstraction. This could potentially fit as the "things" could be abstract concepts or observations.
   - Sense 4: an artifact. This doesn't fit as the context is not discussing physical objects.
   - Sense 5: an event. While the poll results could be related to events, "things" here is more about observations or findings rather than events themselves.
   - Sense 6: a vaguely specified concern. This is a plausible interpretation as "things" could refer to matters or affairs of concern.
   - Sense 7: a statement regarded as an object. This doesn't directly fit the context as "things" is not referring to specific statements.
   - Sense 8: an entity that is not named specifically. This could be a possibility but is somewhat generic.
   - Sense 9: any attribute or quality considered as having its own existence. This is less likely as "things" is not specifically referring to attributes or qualities.
   - Sense 10: a special objective. This doesn't directly fit as "things" is not referring to objectives.
   - Sense 11: a persistent illogical feeling of desire or aversion. This doesn't fit the context as "things" is not discussing feelings or aversions.
   - Sense 12: a separate and self-contained entity. While this is a broad definition, it could potentially apply.

3. Upon closer inspection, the context suggests that "things" refers to certain findings or observations (related aspects or matters) that have been noted in the poll results. The closest fit among the given senses is Sense 6: "a vaguely specified concern" because "things" can be understood as "matters" or "affairs" that are being discussed or observed. The synonyms provided for this sense, "matter" and "affair," align well with the context.

Therefore, the best indexed sense for "things" in this context is Sense 6.

{"sense_index": 6}


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: result
Target surface form: results
Context:
Support for democracy in Latin America continues to edge up, as does backing for private enterprise. Crime has become a bigger worry than unemployment. And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region. 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 <t>results</t> of this year's poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=result%1:19:00:: | definition=a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon | synonyms=consequence, effect, outcome, event, issue, upshot | examples=the magnetic effect was greater when the rod was lengthwise; his decision had depressing consequences for business
2. sense_key=result%1:10:00:: | definition=a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem | synonyms=solution, answer, resolution, solvent | examples=they were trying to find a peaceful solution; the answers were in the back of the book
3. sense_key=result%1:11:00:: | definition=something that results | synonyms=resultant, final result, outcome, termination | examples=he listened for the results on the radio
4. sense_key=result%1:10:01:: | definition=the semantic role of the noun phrase whose referent exists only by virtue of the activity denoted by the verb in the clause | synonyms=resultant role

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:
To determine the best indexed sense for the target word "results" in the given context, let's analyze the provided information step by step.

1. **Context Analysis**: The passage discusses the findings of the Latinobarómetro poll, which has been conducted regularly since 1995. It highlights changes in attitudes across Latin America, mentioning specific findings such as support for democracy, concerns about crime, and perceptions of Brazil's influence.

2. **Understanding the Target Word**: The word "results" is used in the context of the outcomes or findings of the poll.

3. **Examining Candidate Senses**:
   - **1. consequence, effect, outcome, event, issue, upshot**: This sense refers to a phenomenon caused by a previous one. While the poll results could be seen as a consequence of the polling process, this sense doesn't directly fit the context of simply reporting the findings.
   - **2. solution, answer, resolution, solvent**: This sense is related to solving a problem. The passage doesn't frame the poll results as solutions to problems but rather as observations or findings.
   - **3. resultant, final result, outcome, termination**: This sense refers to something that results from a process or activity. The poll results are the outcome of the polling process, making this a plausible sense.
   - **4. resultant role**: This is a semantic role related to the existence of a noun phrase due to the activity denoted by the verb. This sense is more abstract and related to grammatical roles rather than the direct meaning of "results" as used in the passage.

4. **Choosing the Best Sense**:
   - The context indicates that "results" refers to the findings or outcomes of the poll.
   - Sense **3. resultant, final result, outcome, termination** directly corresponds to this understanding, as it refers to something that results from a process, in this case, the polling process.
   - The example given for sense 3, "he listened for the results on the radio," illustrates a similar usage where "results" refers to the outcome of some process or event, such as an election or a competition.

5. **Conclusion**: Based on the context and the provided candidate senses, the most appropriate sense for "results" is **3**.

{"sense_index": 3}

finish_reason: stop

role: assistant

currency: USD

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[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:
Support for democracy in Latin America continues to edge up, as does backing for private enterprise. Crime has become a bigger worry than unemployment. And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region. 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 <t>year</t>'s poll, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood.

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}.


[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: poll
Target surface form: poll
Context:
Support for democracy in Latin America continues to edge up, as does backing for private enterprise. Crime has become a bigger worry than unemployment. And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region. 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 <t>poll</t>, taken in September and early October. The first is Latin America's fairly sunny mood.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=poll%1:09:00:: | definition=an inquiry into public opinion conducted by interviewing a random sample of people | synonyms=opinion poll, public opinion poll, canvass
2. sense_key=poll%1:08:01:: | definition=the top of the head | synonyms=pate, crown
3. sense_key=poll%1:08:02:: | definition=the part of the head between the ears
4. sense_key=poll%1:05:00:: | definition=a tame parrot | synonyms=poll parrot
5. sense_key=poll%1:04:00:: | definition=the counting of votes (as in an election)

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:
To determine the best indexed sense for the target word "poll" in the given context, let's analyze the provided information step by step.

1. **Context Analysis**: The passage discusses the findings of the Latinobarómetro poll, which was conducted in 18 countries. It mentions that the poll has been taken regularly since 1995 and tracks changes in attitude across the region. The context revolves around public opinion and surveys.

2. **Candidate Senses Analysis**:
   - **1. sense_key=poll%1:09:00::**: This definition refers to "an inquiry into public opinion conducted by interviewing a random sample of people." The synonyms provided are "opinion poll," "public opinion poll," and "canvass." This sense aligns with the context of the passage, which discusses the findings of a poll related to public opinion in Latin America.
   - **2. sense_key=poll%1:08:01::**: This refers to "the top of the head" with synonyms "pate" and "crown." There's no relation to public opinion or surveys, making it irrelevant to the context.
   - **3. sense_key=poll%1:08:02::**: This defines "the part of the head between the ears." Again, this is unrelated to the context of public opinion or surveys.
   - **4. sense_key=poll%1:04:00::**: This is defined as "a tame parrot" with the synonym "poll parrot." This sense is not relevant to the context.
   - **5. sense_key=poll%1:04:00::**: This refers to "the counting of votes (as in an election)." While related to the concept of a poll, the context provided focuses more on public opinion rather than the counting of votes.

3. **Choosing the Best Indexed Sense**:
   - The context clearly indicates that "poll" is used to refer to a survey or inquiry into public opinion.
   - Sense 1 directly corresponds to this usage, as it defines "poll" as an inquiry into public opinion.
   - The other senses do not fit the context as they relate to anatomical references or a type of parrot, or a different aspect of voting.

4. **Conclusion**: The best indexed sense for "poll" in the given context is the one that corresponds to an inquiry into public opinion.

Therefore, the best sense index is 1.

{"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: mood
Target surface form: mood
Context:
Crime has become a bigger worry than unemployment. And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region. 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 <t>mood</t>. The second is the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions.

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=mood%1:12:00:: | definition=a characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling | synonyms=temper, humor, humour | examples=whether he praised or cursed me depended on his temper at the time; he was in a bad humor
2. sense_key=mood%1:26:00:: | definition=the prevailing psychological state | synonyms=climate | examples=the climate of opinion; the national mood had changed radically since the last election
3. sense_key=mood%1:24:00:: | definition=verb inflections that express how the action or state is conceived by the speaker | synonyms=mode, modality

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:
To determine the best indexed sense for the target word "mood" in the given context, let's analyze the provided information step by step.

1. **Context Analysis**: The passage discusses the findings of a poll taken across 18 countries in Latin America, focusing on attitudes towards various issues including crime, unemployment, and democracy. It mentions that "Latin America's fairly sunny mood" is one of the standout findings.

2. **Understanding the Target Word**: The word "mood" here refers to the prevailing emotional state or attitude of the people in Latin America as indicated by the poll results.

3. **Examining Candidate Senses**:
   - **1. sense_key=mood%1:12:00::**: This sense refers to a characteristic state of feeling, either habitual or temporary, of an individual. The synonyms provided are "temper, humor, humour." The example suggests that an individual's reaction can depend on their current state of feeling or "mood." This sense seems to focus more on an individual's emotional state rather than a collective or prevailing state.
   - **2. sense_key=mood%1:26:00::**: This definition is about "the prevailing psychological state" with "climate" as a synonym. The example given, "the national mood had changed radically since the last election," indicates a collective or widespread emotional or attitudinal state, which fits the context of discussing poll results across a region.
   - **3. sense_key=mood%1:24:00::**: This refers to a grammatical concept related to verb inflections that express the speaker's conception of the action or state. It is unrelated to the emotional or psychological state.

4. **Choosing the Best Indexed Sense**:
   - The context is about a poll and the collective attitude or emotional state of a region's population. Thus, the sense related to a prevailing or collective state is most relevant.
   - Sense 2 directly corresponds to this interpretation as it talks about "the prevailing psychological state" and is exemplified by a reference to "the national mood," which aligns with the discussion of regional attitudes in the passage.

5. **Conclusion**: The best indexed sense for "mood" in the given context is **2**, as it correctly captures the notion of a prevailing or collective psychological or emotional state across a region.

{"sense_index": 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: second
Target surface form: second
Context:
And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region. 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 <t>second</t> 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).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=second%5:00:00:ordinal:00 | definition=coming next after the first in position in space or time or degree or magnitude | synonyms=2nd, 2d
2. sense_key=second%3:00:00:: | definition=a part or voice or instrument or orchestra section lower in pitch than or subordinate to the first | examples=second flute; the second violins

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:
To determine the best indexed sense for the target word "second" in the given context, let's analyze the provided information step by step.

1. **Context Analysis**: The passage discusses the findings of a Latinobarómetro poll, highlighting two significant observations from the results. The first observation is about Latin America's positive mood, and the "second" is about the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy.

2. **Understanding the Target Word**: The word "second" is used here to indicate the second item in a sequence of observations or findings.

3. **Examining Candidate Senses**:
   - **1. sense_key=second%5:00:00:ordinal:00**: This sense defines "second" as coming next after the first in position, space, time, degree, or magnitude. The synonyms provided are "2nd" and "2d". This definition aligns with the usage of "second" in the passage, where it refers to the second observation or finding.
   - **2. sense_key=second%3:00:00::**: This sense refers to a part or voice or instrument or orchestra section that is lower in pitch than or subordinate to the first. Examples given include "second flute" and "the second violins". This definition is related to music and does not fit the context of the passage.

4. **Choosing the Best Indexed Sense**:
   - The context clearly indicates that "second" is used to denote the second item in a list or sequence of observations, which matches the definition provided in the first candidate sense.
   - The passage does not relate to music or any context where "second" would refer to a musical part or section, making the second candidate sense irrelevant.

5. **Conclusion**: Based on the context and the definitions provided, the best indexed sense for "second" is the one that corresponds to its ordinal usage, indicating the second item in a sequence.

Therefore, the best indexed sense is the first one listed, which corresponds to the ordinal sense of "second".

{"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: stability
Target surface form: stability
Context:
And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region. 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 <t>stability</t> 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).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=stability%1:07:00:: | definition=the quality or attribute of being firm and steadfast | synonyms=stableness
2. sense_key=stability%1:26:00:: | definition=a stable order (especially of society)
3. sense_key=stability%1:07:01:: | definition=the quality of being enduring and free from change or variation | synonyms=constancy | examples=early mariners relied on the constancy of the trade winds

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:
To determine the best indexed sense for the target word "stability" in the given context, let's analyze the provided information step by step.

1. **Context Analysis**: The passage discusses the findings of the Latinobarómetro poll, focusing on the attitudes towards democracy and its institutions in Latin America. It highlights a positive mood and an increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy.

2. **Understanding the Target Word**: The word "stability" is used in the context of "the increasing stability of attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions." This implies a sense of steadfastness or consistency in attitudes over time.

3. **Examining Candidate Senses**:
   - **1. stability%1:07:00::**: This sense refers to "the quality or attribute of being firm and steadfast." The synonym provided is "stableness." This sense aligns with the general understanding of stability as being firm or not easily changed.
   - **2. stability%1:26:00::**: This sense is defined as "a stable order (especially of society)." While related to the concept of stability, it specifically refers to an order or state of society being stable, which is somewhat broader than the quality of being steadfast.
   - **3. stability%1:07:01::**: This sense is about "the quality of being enduring and free from change or variation." The synonym given is "constancy," with examples like "early mariners relied on the constancy of the trade winds." This sense emphasizes the aspect of not changing or being consistent over time.

4. **Choosing the Best Indexed Sense**:
   - The context emphasizes the increasing stability (or steadfastness/consistency) of attitudes towards democracy.
   - The first sense (stability%1:07:00::) directly relates to being "firm and steadfast," which can apply to attitudes.
   - The third sense (stability%1:07:01::) talks about being "enduring and free from change or variation," which is also relevant as it implies a consistency in attitudes over time. The synonym "constancy" is particularly relevant here, as it directly relates to the idea of attitudes remaining consistent.

   Given the context and the definitions, the most appropriate sense is the one that aligns with the idea of attitudes being consistent or not changing significantly over time. Both the first and third senses could potentially fit, but the third sense directly mentions "free from change or variation," which closely aligns with the idea of attitudes becoming more stable or consistent.

5. **Conclusion**: The best indexed sense for "stability" in the given context is **3**, corresponding to the definition related to being enduring and free from change or variation.

{"sense_index": 3}


[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: attitude
Target surface form: attitudes
Context:
And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region. 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 <t>attitudes</t> 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).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=attitude%1:09:00:: | definition=a complex mental state involving beliefs and feelings and values and dispositions to act in certain ways | synonyms=mental attitude | examples=he had the attitude that work was fun
2. sense_key=attitude%1:07:01:: | definition=the arrangement of the body and its limbs | synonyms=position, posture | examples=he assumed an attitude of surrender
3. sense_key=attitude%1:04:00:: | definition=a theatrical pose created for effect | examples=the actor struck just the right attitude
4. sense_key=attitude%1:24:00:: | definition=position of aircraft or spacecraft relative to a frame of reference (the horizon or direction of motion)

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}.


[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: institution
Target surface form: institutions
Context:
And Brazil is seen as more influential than the United States across much of the region. 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 <t>institutions</t>. Support for democracy has risen noticeably in several countries on the Pacific rim of South America (see table 1).

Candidate senses:
1. sense_key=institution%1:14:00:: | definition=an organization founded and united for a specific purpose | synonyms=establishment
2. sense_key=institution%1:06:00:: | definition=an establishment consisting of a building or complex of buildings where an organization for the promotion of some cause is situated
3. sense_key=institution%1:09:00:: | definition=a custom that for a long time has been an important feature of some group or society | examples=the institution of marriage; the institution of slavery
4. sense_key=institution%1:04:00:: | definition=the act of starting something for the first time; introducing something new | synonyms=initiation, founding, foundation, origination, creation, innovation | examples=she looked forward to her initiation as an adult; the foundation of a new scientific society
5. sense_key=institution%1:06:01:: | definition=a hospital for mentally incompetent or unbalanced person | synonyms=mental hospital, psychiatric hospital, mental institution, mental home, insane asylum, asylum

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:
To determine the best indexed sense for the target word "institutions" in the given context, let's analyze the provided information step by step.

1. **Context Analysis**: The passage discusses the results of a poll taken in 18 countries across Latin America, focusing on attitudes towards democracy and its core institutions. The context suggests that "institutions" refers to organizations or entities that are fundamental to the functioning of a democratic system.

2. **Candidate Senses Analysis**:
   - **1. an organization founded and united for a specific purpose**: This sense aligns with the idea of democratic institutions such as parliaments, judiciaries, and electoral commissions, which are crucial for the functioning of democracy.
   - **2. an establishment consisting of a building or complex of buildings where an organization for the promotion of some cause is situated**: While this could potentially refer to some institutions, it's more focused on the physical aspect, which isn't directly implied in the context.
   - **3. a custom that for a long time has been an important feature of some group or society**: This refers to abstract social customs or practices, not directly to organizations or entities.
   - **4. the act of starting something for the first time; introducing something new**: This sense is related to the founding or establishment of something, not the entities themselves.
   - **5. a hospital for mentally incompetent or unbalanced person**: This is a very specific type of institution unrelated to the context of democracy.

3. **Choosing the Best Sense**:
   - The context is about democracy and its core "institutions." The term "institutions" here refers to organizations or entities that are crucial for democracy, such as the judiciary, legislative bodies, or electoral bodies.
   - Sense 1 ("an organization founded and united for a specific purpose") fits this description well, as it encompasses the idea of organizations that are fundamental to the democratic process.

4. **Conclusion**: Based on the context and the analysis of the candidate senses, the best indexed sense for "institutions" is the first one.

{"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: support
Target surface form: Support
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. <t>Support</t> 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.

Candidate senses:
1. 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
2. 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
3. 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
4. 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
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%1:21:00:: | 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
7. sense_key=support%1:06:01:: | definition=supporting structure that holds up or provides a foundation | examples=the statue stood on a marble support
8. 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
9. 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
10. 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
11. 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

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}.


[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%1:14:00:: | 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
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%1:14:01:: | 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
4. 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
5. 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

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:
To determine the best indexed sense for the target word "countries" in the given context, let's analyze the provided information step by step.

1. **Context Analysis**: The passage discusses the findings of the Latinobarómetro poll taken in 18 countries, focusing on changes in attitudes towards democracy and its institutions across Latin America. It mentions specific countries and regions, such as Peru and the Pacific rim of South America.

2. **Understanding the Target Word**: The target word is "countries." We need to understand how it is used in the context. The passage refers to "18 countries" and later mentions "several countries on the Pacific rim of South America," indicating a reference to political or geographical entities.

3. **Examining Candidate Senses**:
   - **1. sense_key=country%1:14:00::**: This sense refers to "a politically organized body of people under a single government." The synonyms include "state, nation, land, commonwealth, res publica, body politic." The examples given are "the state has elected a new president; African nations." This sense aligns with the context as it discusses political attitudes and institutions.
   - **2. sense_key=country%1:15:00::**: This defines "the territory occupied by a nation" with synonyms "state, land." Examples include "he returned to the land of his birth; he visited several European countries." This sense is also plausible as it refers to geographical areas.
   - **3. sense_key=country%1:14:01::**: This refers to "the people who live in a nation or country" with synonyms "nation, land." Examples are "a statement that sums up the nation's mood; the news was announced to the nation." The passage discusses attitudes of people, which could relate to this sense.
   - **4. sense_key=country%1:15:01::**: This is defined as "an area outside of cities and towns" with the synonym "rural area." An example is "his poetry celebrated the slower pace of life in the country." This sense doesn't fit the context as the passage doesn't discuss rural vs. urban areas.
   - **5. sense_key=country%1:15:02::**: This sense is "a particular geographical region of indefinite boundary" with the synonym "area." Examples include "it was a mountainous area; Bible country." While this could potentially fit in some geographical discussions, it's less directly related to the political and attitudinal context.

4. **Choosing the Best Indexed Sense**:
   - The context is about political attitudes and institutions across different geographical entities in Latin America.
   - Senses 1, 2, and 3 are the most relevant as they relate to political or national entities and their populations.
   - Sense 1 ("a politically organized body of people under a single government") and Sense 3 ("the people who live in a nation or country") both could fit because the passage discusses both the political entities (countries) and the attitudes of their populations.
   - However, the passage primarily refers to "countries" as entities where polls are conducted and attitudes are measured, which aligns more directly with Sense 2 ("the territory occupied by a nation") or Sense 1. Between these, Sense 1 is more appropriate because it encompasses both the geographical aspect and the political organization, which is relevant when discussing democracy and political institutions.

5. **Conclusion**: The best fit is Sense 1 because it refers to a "politically organized body of people under a single government," which is relevant to the discussion of democracy, political institutions, and the attitudes of people within these entities.

Therefore, the best indexed sense for "countries" in the given context is Sense 1.

{"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: 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%1:17:00:: | definition=a continent in the western hemisphere connected to North America by the Isthmus of Panama
2. 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

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:
To determine the best indexed sense for "South America" in the given context, let's analyze the provided information.

The context discusses the Latinobarómetro poll, its findings on attitudes towards democracy in various countries, and specifically mentions "South America" in relation to countries on its Pacific rim, such as Peru. The discussion revolves around political attitudes, economic growth, and support for democracy in specific nations within the region.

The two candidate senses for "South America" are:
1. A continent in the western hemisphere connected to North America by the Isthmus of Panama.
2. The nations of the South American continent collectively.

Let's examine these in the context provided:
- The first sense refers to "South America" as a geographical continent. While this is a valid interpretation, the context doesn't focus solely on the geographical aspect but rather on political and socio-economic aspects related to the countries within this continent.
- The second sense refers to the collective nations of South America. The context supports this interpretation as it talks about countries (e.g., Peru) within South America and their political and economic situations, indicating that "South America" is being used to refer to the region's countries or nations collectively.

The use of phrases like "countries on the Pacific rim of South America" and the discussion of specific countries' political attitudes and economic growth suggest that "South America" is being used to refer to the nations within that geographical area, not just the geographical area itself.

Therefore, the best sense for "South America" in this context is the one that refers to the collective nations of the continent, which is the second candidate sense.

{"sense_index": 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: 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%1:14:00:: | definition=a set of data arranged in rows and columns | synonyms=tabular array | examples=see table 1
2. 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
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%1:17:00:: | 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
5. 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
6. sense_key=table%1:13:01:: | definition=food or meals in general | synonyms=board | examples=she sets a fine table; room and board

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}.


[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%1:28:01:: | 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}.

raw_output:
To determine the best indexed sense for the target word "year" in the given context, let's analyze the context and the provided candidate senses.

The context discusses economic growth and changes in attitude across a region over time, specifically mentioning that in Peru, "economic growth has averaged 6% a year since 2002." This indicates a measurement of time used to quantify the rate of economic growth.

Let's examine the candidate senses:

1. **sense_key=year%1:28:01::** - This sense refers to a period of 365 (or 366) days. While it could fit in some contexts related to time, the phrase "a year" is often used idiomatically to mean a period of time used for averaging or measuring something over a cycle that matches the calendar year.

2. **sense_key=year%1:28:02::** - This sense is about a period used for a particular activity, like a "school year." The context doesn't directly relate to a specific activity like schooling but does involve a regular part of a calendar year for measuring economic growth.

3. **sense_key=year%1:28:00::** - This is the most general astronomical definition, referring to the time a planet takes to orbit the sun. While this is a fundamental sense of "year," the context doesn't directly invoke astronomical or planetary considerations.

4. **sense_key=year%1:14:00::** - This refers to a group of students graduating together, which is not relevant to the context provided.

Given the context, "a year" is used to indicate the rate of economic growth averaged over the period since 2002. The most relevant sense here is related to how "year" is used to quantify a rate or average over a standard calendar period, which aligns with **sense_index=2**, as it refers to using "year" for a particular activity or measurement (in this case, measuring economic growth).

Thus, the best choice is: {"sense_index": 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: 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%1:04:04:: | 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
2. 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
3. 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
4. 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
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%1:21:00:: | 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
7. sense_key=support%1:06:01:: | definition=supporting structure that holds up or provides a foundation | examples=the statue stood on a marble support
8. 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
9. 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
10. 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
11. 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

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}.


[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%1:26:00:: | definition=an air mass of lower pressure; often brings precipitation | synonyms=depression | examples=a low moved in over night bringing sleet and snow
2. 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
3. sense_key=low%1:07:00:: | definition=a low level or position or degree | examples=the stock market fell to a new low
4. 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

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}.


[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%1:28:01:: | 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}.


[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%1:09:01:: | definition=the efficient use of resources | examples=economy of effort
3. 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
4. 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

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}.


[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%1:25:00:: | 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
2. 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
3. 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
4. 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
5. 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)
6. 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
7. 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
8. sense_key=drop%1:06:00:: | definition=a central depository where things can be left or picked up
9. sense_key=drop%1:04:00:: | definition=the act of dropping something | examples=they expected the drop would be successful

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:
To determine the best indexed sense for the target word "drop" in the given context, let's analyze the sentence and the provided candidate senses.

The context is: "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)." is not directly related to the target word "drop". The relevant sentence is: "It also rose in Mexico, where the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year."

Here, "drop" is used in the context of economic output. The phrase "a big drop in output" indicates a significant decrease or reduction in economic output.

Let's examine the candidate senses:

1. A shape that is spherical and small - Not relevant to the context of economic output.
2. A small indefinite quantity (especially of a liquid) - Not relevant as "drop" here doesn't refer to a quantity of liquid.
3. A sudden sharp decrease in some quantity - This matches the context as "a big drop in output" refers to a significant decrease in economic output.
4. A steep high face of rock - Not relevant to the economic context.
5. A predetermined hiding place for illicit goods - Not relevant to the context.
6. A free and rapid descent by the force of gravity - While this involves a "drop", it's more related to physical movement under gravity, not economic output.
7. A curtain that can be lowered and raised onto a stage - Not relevant to the context.
8. A central depository where things can be left or picked up - Not relevant to the context.
9. The act of dropping something - While this could be considered, the specific phrase "a big drop in output" is more about the result (decrease) than the act.

Given the context and the examples provided for the candidate senses, the most appropriate sense for "drop" is "a sudden sharp decrease in some quantity" as it directly relates to "a big drop in output".

Therefore, the best indexed sense is the one corresponding to this definition.

{"sense_index": 3}


[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%1:06:00:: | definition=final product; the things produced | synonyms=end product
2. sense_key=output%1:04:00:: | definition=production of a certain amount | synonyms=yield
3. sense_key=output%1:10:02:: | definition=signal that comes out of an electronic system | synonyms=output signal
4. 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
5. sense_key=output%1:06:01:: | definition=what is produced in a given time period | synonyms=outturn, turnout

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:
To determine the best indexed sense for the target word "output" in the given context, let's analyze the sentence and the provided candidate senses.

The context is: "...the economy has recovered after suffering a big drop in output last year."

1. The first sense defines "output" as "final product; the things produced" with synonyms like "end product." While this could relate to economic output, it's more about the product itself rather than the quantity or rate of production.

2. The second sense is "production of a certain amount" with "yield" as a synonym. This is a plausible interpretation as it relates to the quantity produced.

3. The third sense refers to a "signal that comes out of an electronic system" with "output signal" as a synonym. This is less likely to be relevant in the context of economic discussion.

4. The fourth sense defines "output" as "the quantity of something (as a commodity) that is created (usually within a given period of time)" with synonyms like "yield, production." An example given is "production was up in the second quarter." This sense directly relates to economic production quantities over time.

5. The fifth sense is "what is produced in a given time period" with synonyms like "outturn, turnout." This is similar to the fourth sense, focusing on the quantity produced within a specific timeframe.

Given the context, the sentence discusses economic recovery after a drop in "output," which implies a discussion about the quantity of economic production. Both the fourth and the second (or fifth) senses seem relevant as they relate to the quantity produced. However, the fourth sense is more specific about the context being within a given period, which fits well with discussing economic performance over time (e.g., "last year").

The best fit for the context is the fourth sense, which corresponds to "sense_index": 4.

{"sense_index": 4}


[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%1:28:01:: | 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}.

raw_output:
To determine the best indexed sense for the target word "year" in the given context, let's analyze the context and the provided candidate senses.

The context discusses the results of a poll taken in September and early October of a particular year, comparing attitudes and economic conditions in various countries in Latin America over time, specifically referencing changes "this year," "since 2002," "in 2005," and "last year." The usage here refers to a unit of time related to the calendar year.

Let's examine the candidate senses:

1. **sense_key=year%1:28:01::** - This sense defines a "year" as a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days. The examples given include "she is 4 years old" and "in the year 1920." This sense aligns with the general understanding of a calendar year.

2. **sense_key=year%1:28:02::** - This defines a "year" as a period used for some particular activity, such as "a school year." While this is a valid use of "year," the context doesn't specifically relate to a particular activity or period like a school year.

3. **sense_key=year%1:28:00::** - This refers to the period it takes for a planet to complete a revolution around the sun. The example given is "a Martian year takes 687 of our days." The context doesn't discuss planetary orbits, so this sense is less likely.

4. **sense_key=year%1:14:00::** - This defines a "year" as a body of students who graduate together, synonymous with "class." Examples include "the class of '97." The context doesn't relate to graduating classes, so this sense is not applicable.

Given the context, the word "year" is used to refer to a calendar year or a period of 365 (or 366) days, as in "last year" and comparisons across different years. This aligns with the first candidate sense, which is about a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days.

Therefore, the best indexed sense for "year" in the given context is the first one.

{"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: 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}.


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

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}.


[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}.


[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%1:14:00:: | 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
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%1:14:01:: | 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
4. 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
5. 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

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:
To determine the best indexed sense for the target word "countries" in the given context, let's analyze the provided information step by step.

1. **Context Analysis**: The passage discusses the mood and attitudes towards democracy in Latin America, specifically mentioning several countries like Peru, Mexico, and Brazil. It talks about support for democracy, economic growth, and the percentage of respondents who are convinced democrats in these countries.

2. **Understanding the Target Word**: The target word is "countries," which is a plural form of "country." The context clearly refers to nations or political entities.

3. **Examining Candidate Senses**:
   - **1. a politically organized body of people under a single government**: This definition aligns with the context as it refers to nations or states with their governments and political structures. The examples given, such as "the state has elected a new president; African nations," support this interpretation.
   - **2. the territory occupied by a nation**: This definition could also fit as it refers to the geographical area of a nation. The example "he visited several European countries" is relevant.
   - **3. the people who live in a nation or country**: This sense refers to the population or citizens of a country. The example "a statement that sums up the nation's mood" is given.
   - **4. an area outside of cities and towns**: This definition is related to rural areas, which doesn't directly fit the context of discussing political entities or nations.
   - **5. a particular geographical region of indefinite boundary**: This is a broader definition that could apply to various regions, not necessarily nations.

4. **Relating Candidate Senses to the Context**: The passage is discussing political attitudes and economic conditions in specific nations (Peru, Mexico, Brazil). The term "countries" here refers to these political entities.

5. **Choosing the Best Indexed Sense**:
   - The context is about nations and their political aspects, so senses related to political entities or nations are more relevant.
   - Sense 1 ("a politically organized body of people under a single government") and Sense 2 ("the territory occupied by a nation") both could potentially fit because they relate to nations.
   - However, the passage is more focused on the political aspect (support for democracy, being convinced democrats) rather than just the geographical territory.
   - Sense 3 ("the people who live in a nation or country") is also relevant because it talks about the respondents' attitudes, implying the people within these countries.

Given the context and focusing on the aspect that the passage discusses the attitudes of people within these nations towards democracy, **Sense 3** seems to be the most appropriate. The discussion is not just about the geographical territories or the political structures in abstract, but about the people within these countries and their views on democracy.

Therefore, the best indexed sense for "countries" in this context is **3**.

{"sense_index": 3}


[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}.

raw_output:
To determine the best indexed sense for the target word "democrats" in the given context, let's analyze the information provided.

The context discusses support for democracy in various countries in Latin America, mentioning specific percentages of respondents who support democracy and are satisfied with how their country's democracy works. The term "democrats" is used in the sentence: "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..."

First, we need to understand the two candidate senses provided for "democrat":
1. A member of the Democratic Party.
2. An advocate of democratic principles.

The context does not specifically refer to the Democratic Party or any political party by name. Instead, it talks about support for democracy and its core institutions in general. This suggests that the discussion is about the principles of democracy rather than affiliation with a specific political party.

The term "democrats" here refers to individuals who support or believe in democratic principles. The use of "convinced democrats" implies people who are strong advocates or believers in democracy. This interpretation aligns with the second sense: "an advocate of democratic principles."

Therefore, the best indexed sense for "democrats" in this context is the one that corresponds to an advocate of democratic principles.

Given the 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

The correct sense is the second one, which is indexed as 2.

{"sense_index": 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: 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%1:09:00:: | definition=a statistic describing the location of a distribution | synonyms=norm | examples=it set the norm for American homes
2. sense_key=average%1:24:00:: | definition=(sports) the ratio of successful performances to opportunities
3. 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

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:
To determine the best indexed sense for the target word "average" in the given context, let's analyze the provided information step by step.

1. **Context Analysis**: The passage discusses the level of support for democracy in various countries in South America, mentioning specific percentages and comparing them over time. It refers to an "average" in the context of regional support for democracy.

2. **Understanding the Target Word**: The word "average" is used in the sentence, "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)." Here, "average" refers to a value that represents the middle or typical level of support for democracy across the region.

3. **Examining Candidate Senses**:
   - **1. sense_key=average%1:09:00::**: This sense defines "average" as a statistic describing the location of a distribution. The example given is "it set the norm for American homes," suggesting a standard or typical value.
   - **2. sense_key=average%1:24:00::**: This sense is related to sports, defining "average" as the ratio of successful performances to opportunities. The context provided does not relate to sports, so this sense is unlikely to be the correct choice.
   - **3. sense_key=average%1:09:01::**: This sense defines "average" as an intermediate scale value regarded as normal or usual. Examples include "he is about average in height" and "the snowfall this month is below average," indicating a typical or expected value.

4. **Choosing the Best Indexed Sense**:
   - The context is about describing a general or typical level of support for democracy across a region.
   - Sense 1 refers to a statistic describing a distribution, which could apply since the "regional average" is a statistical measure.
   - Sense 3 talks about an intermediate scale value regarded as normal or usual, which aligns with the use of "average" to describe a typical level of support.

5. **Decision**:
   - Both Senses 1 and 3 seem plausible because they both relate to the concept of a "typical" or "normal" value. However, Sense 1 is more specific to a statistical measure, which fits well with the context of discussing regional support percentages and referencing a chart.
   - The term "regional average" directly implies a statistical average of the support levels across different countries or areas within the region.

6. **Conclusion**: The most appropriate sense is Sense 1 because it directly relates to a statistical measure (a statistic describing the location of a distribution), which is what "regional average" refers to in the context.

Therefore, the best indexed sense for "average" is **1**.

{"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: 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}.

raw_output:
To determine the best indexed sense for the target word "chart" in the given context, let's analyze the information provided.

The context discusses statistics and trends related to support for democracy in various countries in Latin America, referencing specific percentages and changes over time. The word "chart" is used in the phrases "see chart 2" and "chart 3," indicating that these are visual representations of the data being discussed.

The two candidate senses provided for "chart" are:
1. A visual display of information.
2. A map designed to assist navigation by air or sea.

Given the context, the use of "chart" refers to a visual representation of statistical data (e.g., the percentage of respondents supporting democracy). This aligns with the first definition: "a visual display of information." The discussion revolves around data and statistics, not navigation.

Therefore, the best indexed sense for "chart" in this context is the one corresponding to a visual display of information, which is sense index 1.

{"sense_index": 1}