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
  • A
    Wretched
  • B
    Haughty
  • C
    Average
  • D
    Tenuous

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

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