Understanding Synonyms and Word Matching

The question asks us to find the correct synonyms for the given words and match them accordingly. A synonym is a word or phrase that means exactly or nearly the same as another word or phrase in the same language. Let's look at each word and its possible synonyms provided in the options.

We need to match the words in list 1 with their synonyms in list 2:

List 1:

1. petulant
2. beautiful
3. weary
4. mischievous

List 2 (Synonyms):

1. attractive
2. naughty
3. rude
4. tired

Matching Words with Synonyms

Let's determine the correct synonym for each word in List 1:

• Petulant: This word describes someone who is childishly sulky or bad-tempered. Looking at the options, 'rude' (c) is the closest match for being ill-tempered or impolite.
• Beautiful: This word means pleasing to the senses or mind aesthetically. The synonym 'attractive' (a) perfectly fits this meaning.
• Weary: This word means feeling or showing tiredness. The synonym 'tired' (d) directly matches this definition.
• Mischievous: This word describes someone, especially a child, who likes to cause trouble in a playful way. The synonym 'naughty' (b) is a common word used to describe this kind of playful bad behavior.

Based on these matches, the correct pairs are:

• 1. petulant → c. rude
• 2. beautiful → a. attractive
• 3. weary → d. tired
• 4. mischievous → b. naughty

This gives us the matching sequence: 1-c, 2-a, 3-d, 4-b.

Comparing with the Options

Now, let's compare our derived sequence with the given options:

• Option 1: 1-d, 2-a, 3-b, 4-c (Incorrect - petulant is not tired, weary is not naughty, mischievous is not rude)
• Option 2: 1-b, 2-d, 3-c, 4-a (Incorrect - petulant is not naughty, beautiful is not tired, weary is not rude, mischievous is not attractive)
• Option 3: 1-c, 2-a, 3-b, 4-d (Incorrect - weary is not naughty, mischievous is not tired)
• Option 4: 1-c, 2-a, 3-d, 4-b (Correct - Matches our derived sequence)

The correct option is the one that lists the pairs as 1-c, 2-a, 3-d, 4-b.

Summary of Synonyms Match

This table clearly shows the correct synonym match for each word provided in the question.

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Additional Information on Synonyms and Vocabulary Building

Understanding synonyms is a crucial part of building strong vocabulary. Synonyms help you express yourself with more variety and precision. When learning new words, it's helpful to also learn their synonyms and antonyms.

• How to Learn Synonyms:
• Use a thesaurus (in print or online) to find words with similar meanings.
• Read widely to see how words are used in different contexts.
• Practice using new words and their synonyms in your own sentences.
• Use flashcards or vocabulary apps to test yourself.

Regular practice is key to expanding your vocabulary and improving your understanding of word relationships like synonyms.