Words with similar meanings
XAT 2015 · Verbal Ability & Logical Reasoning · Easy · Vocabulary
Six words are given below:
I. Cacophonic
II. Cacographic
III. Calamitous
IV. Catastrophic
V. Contraindicative
VI. Cataclysmic
Which of the above words have similar meanings?
- A.
IV & VI only
- B.
I, II & V only
- C.
II, V & VI only
- D.
III, IV & VI only
- E.
III, IV, V & VI only
Answer
D
Explanation
Calamitous, Catastrophic, and Cataclysmic all mean involving disaster, tragedy, or great damage. Hence, III, IV, and VI have similar meanings.
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