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The correct answer is: Generous.

Key Points

• The word "magnanimous" means being very generous or forgiving, especially toward a rival or someone less powerful. (उदार और क्षमाशील)
  • Example: Despite the heated argument, she was magnanimous enough to forgive her friend and move on.
• "Generous" refers to someone who is willing to give or share freely, often in a kind and abundant way. It is a synonym for magnanimous in this context. (उदार)
  • Example: The generous donor provided scholarships for all the students in the school.
• Hence, we can infer that the word "generous" is the best improvement for "magnanimous" in the given sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Generous.

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Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Petty (छोटा या तुच्छ): Showing narrow-mindedness or concern with trivial matters.
  • Example: Her complaints about the minor issue seemed petty and unnecessary.
• Angry (गुस्सैल): Feeling or showing strong annoyance or hostility.
  • Example: He was angry when he found out that his project had been delayed again.
• Boastful (घमंडी): Showing excessive pride in oneself or one's achievements.
  • Example: He was boastful about winning the contest, which annoyed his peers.

The correct answer is: Option 3 (sleep-inducing).

Key Points

• The word "soporific" means something that tends to induce sleep or has a calming, sleep-inducing effect. (नींद लाने वाला)
  • Example: The soft music in the background had a soporific effect on the tired guests.
• The correct word "sleep-inducing" refers to something that causes sleep or makes one feel drowsy. (नींद लाने वाला)
  • Example: The medication prescribed by the doctor was sleep-inducing and helped him rest better.
• Hence, "sleep-inducing" is the most appropriate replacement for "soporific" in the given context.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 3 (sleep-inducing).

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Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Option 1: Stimulating (उत्साहजनक) – Refers to something that excites or energizes the mind or senses.
  • Example: The stimulating discussion inspired many new ideas among the participants.
• Option 2: Exciting (रोमांचक) – Refers to something that causes feelings of enthusiasm or joy.
  • Example: The thrilling movie had an exciting plot twist at the end.
• Option 4: Boring (उबाऊ) – Refers to something that fails to hold attention or interest.
  • Example: The lengthy and monotonous lecture was boring for most of the audience.

The correct answer is: Option 3.

Key Points

• The word "ubiquitous" means present, appearing, or found everywhere; something that is omnipresent or very common. (सर्वव्यापी)
  • Example: The internet has become ubiquitous in our daily lives, transforming the way we work and communicate.
• "Everywhere" refers to being present in all places at the same time or commonly found in many places. (हर जगह)
  • Example: During the festival, decorations are everywhere, adding to the festive spirit.
• Hence, "everywhere" is the most appropriate improvement for "ubiquitous" in the context of the sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 3.

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Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Rare (दुर्लभ): Something uncommon or infrequent.
  • Example: Finding such an exquisite painting is a rare opportunity.
• Obsolete (अप्रचलित): No longer in use or outdated.
  • Example: Typewriters have become obsolete with the advent of computers.
• Invisible (अदृश्य): Unable to be seen or not visible to the eye.
  • Example: The bacteria are invisible to the naked eye and require a microscope to be seen.

The correct answer is: Option 3 i.e. "obscure".

Key Points

• The word "obfuscate" means to deliberately make something unclear or difficult to understand. (जटिल या अस्पष्ट बनाना)
  • Example: The politician's speech was designed to obfuscate the real issues at hand.
• "Obscure" means to make something unclear, less visible, or difficult to understand. (अस्पष्ट करना)
  • Example: The dense fog obscured the view of the mountain.
• Both "obfuscate" and "obscure" share similar meanings, but "obscure" is a clearer and simpler term in the context of the given sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 3 i.e. "obscure".

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Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Clarify (स्पष्ट करना): To make something clear or easy to understand.
  • Example: The teacher clarified the concept with simple examples.
• Explain (समझाना): To describe or make something clear by giving details or reasons.
  • Example: Can you explain the steps to complete this task?
• Highlight (प्रकाश डालना): To emphasize or make something more noticeable.
  • Example: The report highlights the key challenges faced by the organization.

The correct answer is: Eagerness.

Key Points

• The word "alacrity" means brisk and cheerful readiness or eagerness to do something. (तत्परता, उत्साह)
  • Example: She accepted the invitation to join the dance class with alacrity, excited to learn something new.
• The correct word, "eagerness", also refers to a keen or enthusiastic desire to do something. (उत्सुकता, उत्कंठा)
  • Example: His eagerness to help his friends was evident in his actions.
• Both "alacrity" and "eagerness" convey a positive and enthusiastic attitude, making "eagerness" the best improvement for the underlined word in the sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Eagerness.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Reluctance (अनिच्छा): The state of being unwilling or hesitant to do something.
  • Example: He showed reluctance to accept the new job due to its demanding nature.
• Hesitation (हिचकिचाहट): A pause or delay in action due to uncertainty or fear.
  • Example: She spoke with hesitation, unsure of how her words would be received.
• Hostility (शत्रुता): Unfriendliness or opposition towards someone or something.
  • Example: There was evident hostility in his tone as he addressed the group.

The correct answer is 'Faraway'.

Key Points

• The most appropriate synonym of the given word 'Distant' is 'Faraway'.
• "Distant" means far away in space or time, or not closely related or involved with something or someone. In hindi: दूर
  • Example: The distant stars twinkled in the clear night sky.
• "Faraway" is an adjective that means situated at a great distance, remote, or far off. In hindi: दूरस्थ. 
  • Example: The small island was faraway from the mainland and difficult to reach.
     

Correct Answer: Faraway.

Additional Information

• Let's look at the meaning of other words:
  • Farsighted: Means having a long-term perspective, or the ability to predict future events. In Hindi, it is called दूरदर्शी.
  • Futuristic: Means relating to or characteristic of the future, or innovative and advanced. In Hindi, it is called भविष्यवाणी संबंधी.
  • Forward: Means directed or moving ahead, or progressive. In Hindi, it is called आगे की ओर. 

The correct answer is commotion.

Key Points

• Confusion: the state of not being able to think clearly or not understanding something. (स्पष्ट रूप से सोचने में सक्षम न होने या कुछ न समझ पाने की अवस्था)
  • For e.g.- There is still some confusion as to the time of the meeting
• Commotion: A state of confused and noisy disturbance. (भ्रमित और शोरगुल की स्थिति) 
  • For e.g.- His arrival caused quite a commotion.
• The most appropriate synonym of the given word is option 4. 

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• Intrepidity: The quality of being intrepid; bravery. निर्भयता
• Stagnation: Stability. स्थिरता
• Perusal: a reading or examining of something. ध्यानपूर्वक पढ़ने की क्रिया; अवलोकन

The correct answer is 'Hiatus'.

Key Points

• The most appropriate synonym of the given word 'Lacuna' is 'Hiatus'.
• Lacuna: a gap or missing part, especially in a book or any other piece of writing. (पुस्तक या किसी लेख में शून्यता या रिक्ति; कमी)
  • Example: The lacunas in this research are alarming.
• Hiatus: a pause in an activity when nothing happens. (किसी गतिविधि में विराम जब कि कुछ भी घटित नहीं होता है; अंतराल)
  • Example: After a ten-month hiatus the case was reopened.
     

Correct Answer: Hiatus.

Additional Information

• Let's look at the meaning of other words:
  • Apathy: the feeling of not being interested in or enthusiastic about anything. (उदासीनता, अनिच्‍छा)
  • Misfortune: (an event, accident, etc. that brings) bad luck or disaster. (दुर्भाग्य, विपत्ति या अनर्थ)
  • Languor: tiredness or inactivity, especially when pleasurable. (थकान या निष्क्रियता, खासकर जब आनंददायक)

The correct answer is 'Prevent'.

Key Points

• The most appropriate synonym of the given word 'Avert' is 'Prevent'.
• Avert: to prevent something unpleasant. (अप्रिय घटना को घटने से रोक लेना; अप्रिय स्थिति का निवारण करना, टालना)
  • Example: The accident could have been averted.
  • Synonyms: forestall, head off, help, obviate, preclude, prevent, stave off
  • Near Antonyms: nurture, promote, allow, leave, let, permit
• Prevent: to stop something from happening or to stop somebody from doing something. (किसी बात को होने न देना या किसी को कोई काम करने से रोक देना)
  • Example: This accident could have been prevented.
  • Synonyms: avert, forestall, head off, help, obviate, preclude, stave off
  • Antonyms: advance, cultivate, encourage, forward, foster, further
     

Correct Answer: Prevent.

Additional Information

• Let's look at the meaning of other words:
  • Face: the front part of your head; the expression that is shown on it. (चेहरा; चेहरे का भाव)
  • Confront: come face to face with (someone) with hostile or argumentative intent. (किसी मुसीबत का या अप्रिय स्थिति का सामना करना या सामना करवाना; के आमने-सामने होना, मुक़ाबला करना)
  • Permit: to allow somebody to do something or to allow something to happen. (किसी बात की अनुमति देना या कोई बात होने देना)

Key Points

• Contradict means to deny or oppose a statement or belief. (किसी कथन या विश्वास का खंडन या विरोध करना)
  • Example: She tried to contradict his argument, but he had strong evidence to support it.
• Marked option Contravene means to go against or violate a rule or law, which is similar in meaning to contradict. (किसी नियम या कानून के विरुद्ध जाना या उसका उल्लंघन करना)
• The word can be used in sentences like "Her actions contravene the company's policies" or "The new law contravenes the constitution".

Therefore, the correct answer is option 2.
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• Permit means to allow or give permission for something. (किसी चीज़ की अनुमति देना)
• Verify means to confirm or prove the truth of something. (किसी बात की सत्यता की पुष्टि या प्रमाण करना)
• Vouch means to guarantee or support the truth of something. (किसी बात की सत्यता की गारंटी या समर्थन करना)

The correct answer is- 'Unavoidable'

Key Points 

• Let us see the meaning of Inevitable: 
  • Inevitable: that cannot be avoided or prevented from happening. (जिसे घटित होने से रोका न जा सके, अवश्‍य होने वाला; अवश्‍यंभावी।) 
    • Example: With more cars on the road, traffic jams are inevitable.
  Let us see the meanings of the given options:
  • Uncertain: not sure; not able to decide. (अनिश्‍चित, संशययुक्त; निश्‍चय करने में असमर्थ, ढुलमुल, अनिश्‍चयी।)
  • Unavoidable: that cannot be avoided or prevented. (जिससे बचना या जिसे रोकना संभव न हो; अपरिहार्य, अनिवार्य।)
  • Doubtful: unlikely or uncertain. (संदिग्‍ध या अनिश्चित।)
  • Dubious: not sure or certain. (अनिश्चित, शंकालु, सशंक, संदिग्‍ध।)
• From the meanings of the given words, we can say that the word 'Inevitable' is similar in meaning to the option 'Unavoidable.'

Additional Information    
 

• Let us see the synonym of the given options:

The correct answer is "Falsehood"

Key Points

• Let's see the meanings of the given words-
  • Perjury- the offense of willfully telling an untruth or making a misrepresentation under oath (न्‍यायालय में असत्‍य कथन, झूठी गवाही, शपथ-भंग).
  • Melancholy- a feeling of pensive sadness, typically with no obvious cause (चिरकाल तक रहने वाली विषाद-भावना या उदासी).
  • Frankness- the quality of being open, honest, and direct in speech or writing (स्‍पष्‍टता).
  • Penury- the state of being very poor; extreme poverty (अत्यधिक ग़रीबी, दरिद्रता; अति अभाव की स्थिति).
  • Falsehood- the state of being untrue (झूठ)
• Hence, according to the meanings of the given words, the correct answer is "Falsehood" i.e. Option 4.

The correct answer is 'Stubborn'

Key Points  

• The word 'Obstinate' means refusing to change your opinions, way of behaving, etc. when other people try to persuade you to.
• ('Obstinate'  शब्द का अर्थ है दूसरों के लाख कहने पर भी, अपनी बात से न हटने वाला व्यक्ति; हठी, दुराग्रही​।) 
  • ​Example: He can be very obstinate at times.
• Let us see the meanings of the given options:
  • Clever: able to learn, understand or do something quickly and easily; intelligent. (चतुर, सयाना; बुद्धिमान)
  • Pretty: attractive and pleasant to look at or hear. (दिखने या सुनने में अच्‍छा और आकर्षक)
  • Silly: not showing thought or understanding; foolish. (नासमझ, नासमझी भरा; बेवक़ूफ़, बेवक़ूफ़ी भरा)
  • Stubborn: not wanting to do what other people want you to do; refusing to change your plans or decisions. (दूसरों की बात न मानने वाला हठी, ज़िद्दी; अपनी (बातों, योजनाओं और फ़ैसलों) पर अड़ने वाला; अड़ियल)
• From the meanings of the given words, we can say that the word 'Stubborn' is the one that best expresses the meaning of the given word 'obstinate.'

The correct answer is 'React'.

Key Points

• The most appropriate synonym of the given word 'Retaliate' is 'React'.
• Retaliate: to react to something unpleasant that somebody does to you by doing something unpleasant in return. (किसी के दुर्व्यवहार का जवाब कटु व्‍यवहार से देना, बदले की कार्रवाई करना)
  • Example: He insulted people who could be guaranteed to retaliate hurtfully.
• React: to do or say something because of something that has happened or been said. [प्रतिक्रिया व्‍यक्त करना (कोई क्रिया करना या कुछ कहना)]
  • Example: He reacted to the news by shouting.
     

Correct Answer: React.

Additional Information

• Let's look at the meaning of other words:
  • Facilitate: to make something possible or easier. (किसी बात को संभव या आसान बनाना)
  • Rotate: to turn in circles round a central point; to make something do this. (धुरी पर घूमना या घुमाना, चक्‍कर लगाना या लगवाना; घूर्णन करना)
  • Clap: to hit your hands together many times, usually to show that you like something. (ताली बजाना)

The correct answer is 'Misrepresentation'.

Key Points

• The word 'Travesty' is a noun; it refers to a false, absurd, or distorted representation of something. (किसी चीज का झूठा, बेतुका या विकृत प्रतिनिधित्व)
  • For example, The former Chief Justice described the court ruling as a travesty of justice.
• The marked option 'Misrepresentation' means the action or offence of giving a false or misleading account of the nature of something. (किसी चीज़ की प्रकृति का झूठा या भ्रामक विवरण देने की क्रिया या अपराध)
  • For example, The MP laughed off the remarks as media misrepresentation.
• We can see that the word 'Misrepresentation' can express the meaning of the word 'Travesty.'

Hence, the correct answer is Option 1.

Additional Information

• Exaltation ⇒ a feeling or state of extreme happiness; or the action of praising someone or something highly. (अत्यधिक खुशी की भावना या स्थिति; या किसी की या किसी चीज की अत्यधिक प्रशंसा करने की क्रिया।)
• Clarification ⇒ the action of making a statement or situation more clear and comprehensible. (किसी कथन या स्थिति को अधिक स्पष्ट और बोधगम्य बनाने की क्रिया।)
• Ordeal ⇒ a very unpleasant and painful or difficult experience. (एक बहुत ही अप्रिय और दर्दनाक या कठिन अनुभव)