Synonyms (vocabulary): Choose the word that best expresses the meaning of the given word Target word: ABJECT Select the most appropriate synonym from the options provided.
Verbal Ability
Synonyms
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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AWretched
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BHaughty
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CAverage
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DTenuous
Answer
Correct Answer: Wretched
Explanation
Given data
- Word: abject
- Task: Pick the closest synonym in standard exam usage.
Meaning & usageAbject = extremely bad, degrading, or miserable (e.g., abject poverty; abject misery); also servilely submissive (abject apology).
Option analysisWretched — conveys extreme misery/degradation; best match.Haughty — proud/arrogant (near antonym in tone).Average — neutral; not extreme.Tenuous — weak/slight; not the same as degraded/miserable.
Common pitfallsConfusing abject with merely “low” or “slight.” It denotes extreme degradation/misery or servility.
Final AnswerWretched