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Select the option in which the word ‘cynosure’ is used correctly.
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Select the option in which the word ‘cynosure’ is used correctly.

A.

My sister and I were the cynosure of all eyes when we entered the office; we had just been awarded special positions in the organisation.

B.

The potholes and debris collected on the arterial road was the cynosure of the commuters.

C.

The manager’s promise of a pay rise was met with cynosure by all of us.

D.

The weather was very cold and I had a cynosure in my nose.

Correct option is A

The correct one-word for the given word is (a) cynosure.
· Word 'Cynosure': A person or thing that is the center of attention or admiration. (केंद्र बिंदु)
· Example: The celebrity was the cynosure of all eyes at the award ceremony.
· Explanation:
· Option (a) uses 'cynosure' correctly to describe being the center of attention.
· Other options misuse the word.
Meanings of the given other options:
· (b) Potholes and debris: Cannot be a cynosure as they are objects of annoyance, not admiration. (गड्ढे और मलबा)
· (c) Promise of a pay rise: Cannot be called cynosure; better termed an 'incentive'. (वेतन वृद्धि का वादा)
· (d) Cold weather causing nose issues: Incorrect usage; no relation to admiration. (ठंड के कारण नाक की समस्या)

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