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Identify the option closest in meaning to the underlined word: The movie star's biography is n glossy, sycophantic portrayal.
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Identify the option closest in meaning to the underlined word:
The movie star's biography is n glossy, sycophantic portrayal.

A.

cowardly

B.

domineering

C.

flattering

D.

insolent

Correct option is C

The correct synonym of the given word "sycophantic" is flattering.

Given word (Sycophantic): It means showing too much praise or obedience toward someone important in order to gain an advantage. It describes insincere admiration or behavior meant to please others.

Hindi meaning: चापलूस या खुशामदी।

Example: His sycophantic behavior towards the minister was obvious to everyone.

Correct answer word (Flattering): It means praising someone excessively or insincerely to please them or gain something.

Example: She gave flattering compliments to her teacher before the exams.

Synonyms: obsequious, fawning, servile, flattering.

Antonyms: critical, rude, insulting, defiant.

Meanings of all the other given options:

· Cowardly: Lacking courage; timid (डरपोक)

· Domineering: Trying to control others in an arrogant way (हुक्म चलाने वाला)

· Insolent: Showing a rude or disrespectful attitude (अभद्र या उद्दंड)

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