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Question : Direction: Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words/phrases.


The inadequate intake of proper food that leads to the deprivation of vitamins, minerals and other nutrients
 

Option 1:  Esculent
 

Option 2: Nutriments
 

Option 3:  Malnutrition

 

Option 4:  Nourishment


Team Careers360 7th Jan, 2024
Answer (1)
Team Careers360 14th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer:  Malnutrition

 


Solution : The correct answer is option 3.

Explanation:

Esculent: a thing, especially a vegetable, which is fit to be eaten.

 Nutriments: : something that nourishes or promotes growth, provides energy, repairs body tissues, and maintains life.

Malnutrition: lack of proper nutrition, caused by not having enough to eat, not eating enough of the right things, or being unable to use the food that one does eat

Nourishment: the food necessary for growth, health, and good condition.

According to the meaning of the option given, Malnutrition is the most appropriate one-word substitute for the given group of words/phrases.

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