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Question

Select the most appropriate synonym for the underlined word in the given sentence.
Her debonair combined with quick wit added to her oratory skills.

The correct answer is
charming

Understanding 'Debonair'

The word debonair describes someone who is:

  • Confident
  • Stylish
  • Charming
  • Having a pleasant and easy manner

In the sentence, Her debonair combined with quick wit added to her oratory skills, the word refers to a quality that enhances her public speaking abilities, suggesting attractiveness and grace.

Synonym Selection

We need to find the option that best matches the meaning of debonair in the given context:

  • Option A: charming - This directly aligns with the meaning of debonair, indicating attractiveness and pleasantness.
  • Option B: corpulent - This means overweight, which is unrelated to the context.
  • Option C: amorous - This relates to showing romantic or sexual affection, not fitting the context of public speaking skills.
  • Option D: churlish - This means rude or impolite, the opposite of debonair.

Therefore, charming is the most appropriate synonym for debonair in this sentence.

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Important Questions from Synonyms or Antonyms

  1. Directions: Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four options, (a), (b), (c) and (d). Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response accordingly.

    He had the audacity to blame him.

  2. Directions: Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four options, (a), (b), (c) and (d). Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response accordingly.

    There is exponential growth in the development of the scientific researches in the recent few decades.

  3. Directions : Item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words/group of words (a), (b), (c) and (d). Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in the Answer Sheet accordingly.

    The itinerary of the group’s visit to the hills was given to everyone. 

  4. Directions : Item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words/group of words (a), (b), (c) and (d). Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in the Answer Sheet accordingly.

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  5. Directions : Item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words (a), (b), (c) and (d). Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in the Answer Sheet accordingly.

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