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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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