Choose the word nearest in meaning to the given word:
Eloquent

Correct option is A

The word nearest in meaning to the given word is (a) Articulate.

• Given word – Eloquent:
Eloquent means fluent, persuasive, and effective in speaking or writing. (Hindi meaning: वाक्पटु/प्रभावशाली)
Example: The leader gave an eloquent speech that inspired everyone.

• Correct answer word – Articulate:
Articulate means able to express thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively. It is the nearest synonym because eloquence is the quality of being articulate and persuasive. (Hindi meaning: स्पष्ट रूप से बोलने/विचार व्यक्त करने वाला)
Example: She is articulate and explains complex topics easily.

• Synonyms of Eloquent: fluent, expressive, persuasive, well-spoken.
• Antonyms of Eloquent: inarticulate, unclear, tongue-tied, hesitant.

Meanings of all the other given options:

• (b) Talkative – speaking a lot (बातूनी), but it does not necessarily mean persuasive or effective.
• (c) Foolish – lacking good sense (मूर्ख), unrelated to speaking skill.
• (d) Extrovert – outgoing person (बहिर्मुखी), related to personality, not speech quality.

So the correct answer is (a)