English Grammar
Synonyms or Antonyms
पडताळलेले उत्तर (Verified)
MPSC सराव प्रश्न:
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word. Many students were absent due to heavy rain.
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word. Many students were absent due to heavy rain.
पर्याय (Options):
A
prevent
B
predate
C
pretend
D
अचूक उत्तर (Official Answer)
present
सविस्तर स्पष्टीकरण (Detailed Explanation):
अचूक उत्तर: पर्याय (4)
The correct answer is "present".
Explanation & Key Takeaways:
• "Absent" refers to not being in a place where you are expected to be. It is especially used in a context where attendance is taken. ("अनुपस्थित").
• Example: "He was absent from the meeting due to illness."
• "Present" refers to being in a particular place. When referencing attendance, a person is either present or absent. ("उपस्थित").
• Example: "She was present at the celebration."
Therefore, the correct answer is "option 4".
Related Concepts:
• "Prevent" means to keep something from happening or arising. ("रोकना").
• "Predate" means exist or occur at a date earlier than (something). ("पूर्व-तिथि होना").
• "Pretend" means behave so as to make it appear that something is the case when in fact it is not. ("बहाना करना").