Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

Pester

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  1. Abuse
  2. Adore
  3. Annoy
  4. Amuse

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Option 3 : Annoy
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The correct answer is Annoy

Key Points

  • SYNONYM is a phrase or word with the same or well almost the same meaning as another phrase or word.
  • The word Pester means irritate or annoy (someone) by making repeated or persistent requests or interruptions (व्‍यक्ति को परेशान कर देना)
  • The word Annoy means to disturb or irritate especially by repeated acts. (ग़ुस्‍सा दिलाना)
  • The meaning of word pester is similar to the meaning of word annoy, hence option 3 is correct annoy.

Additional Information

  •  The word Abuse means cruelty or violence, especially on a regular or repeated basis

Example : "I told my brother he would have to stop abusing in front of kids."

  • The word Adore means deeply admire , love and respect (someone). (स्‍नेह और आदर की भावना)

Example : Every mother adores their children.

  • The word Amuse means cause (someone) to discover something funny. (किसी बात का मज़ेदार लगना)

Example :  I am really amused by the way she behaved.

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