Direction: Select the nearest homonym of the given word.

Accept

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  1. Accent
  2. Expect
  3. Except
  4. Expert

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Option 3 : Except
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The correct answer is "Except."
 

Key Points

  • The reason for selecting the nearest homonym for "Accept" as "Except" is based on the similarity in pronunciation and spelling.
  • "Accept" means to receive or agree to something. (किसी चीज़ को प्राप्त करना या सहमत होना)
    • Example: She was quick to accept the job offer, excited about the new opportunities it would bring.
  • "Except" is used to exclude or leave out something. (किसी चीज़ को बाहर करना या छोड़ना)
    • ExampleEveryone attended the meeting except for Sarah, who had a prior commitment.
  • Therefore, the​ correct answer is Option 3.
     

Additional Information

  • Accent: a particular way of pronouncing words that is connected with the country, area or social class that you come from. (शब्‍दों के उच्‍चारण का लहजा विशेष जो बोलने वाले के देश, निवासक्षेत्र या सामाजिक स्‍तर को दर्शाता है; स्‍वराघात)
  • Expect: to anticipate or look forward to the coming or occurrence of. (किसी के आने या घटित होने की आशा या प्रतीक्षा करना)
  • Expert: a person who has a lot of special knowledge or skill. (विषय का विशेषज्ञ)
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