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Select the word that is similar in meaning (SYNONYM) to the word given below. debased
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Select the word that is similar in meaning (SYNONYM) to the word given below.
debased

A.

corrupted

B.

unamenable

C.

aggrandize

D.

amenable

Correct option is A


The correct synonym of the given word is (a) corrupted.

  • Given word: debased means reduced in quality or value; morally degraded; made impure. (Hindi meaning: पतित / दूषित / अवमूल्यित)
  • Example: He was criticized for debased behaviour in public.
  • Correct answer word: corrupted means made dishonest, immoral, or impure; spoiled from an original state. (Hindi meaning: भ्रष्ट / दूषित)
  • Example: The official was corrupted by greed and power.
  • Synonyms of debased: degraded, corrupted, tainted, lowered.
  • Antonyms of debased: purified, elevated, ennobled, improved.

Meanings of other options:

  • (b) Unamenable: not willing to cooperate or be controlled. (Hindi meaning: असहयोगी)
  • (c) Aggrandize: to increase power, status, or importance. (Hindi meaning: बढ़ा-चढ़ाकर दिखाना / महिमा बढ़ाना)
  • (d) Amenable: willing to cooperate; responsive. (Hindi meaning: सहयोगी / मानने वाला)

So the correct answer is (a)

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