Select the word that is closest in meaning (SYNONYM) to the word given below.
Waft

Correct option is B

The correct synonym of the given word is (b) Drift.

Given word – Waft:

• Meaning: To float or move gently through the air (often used for smells, sounds, or smoke). (Hindi meaning: हवा में धीरे-धीरे बहना)
• Example: The fragrance of flowers wafted through the window.

Correct answer word – Drift:

• Meaning: To be carried slowly by air or water; to float along gently. (Hindi meaning: बहना / धीरे-धीरे बह जाना)
• Example: The smoke drifted across the room.

Synonyms of Waft:

• float, drift, glide, breeze

Antonyms of Waft:

• sink, plunge, fall

Meanings of all the other given options:

• (a) Cry – To weep or shout (रोना/चिल्लाना).
• (c) Hold – To grasp or keep (पकड़ना/रोकना).
• (d) Scratch – To rub with nails/sharp object (खरोंचना).

So the correct answer is (b)