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Question : Select the most appropriate synonym for the highlighted word.

The government's utilitarian stance was appreciated by all.

Option 1: thrust

Option 2: fanciful

Option 3: useful

Option 4: distasteful


Team Careers360 8th Jan, 2024
Answer (1)
Team Careers360 14th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: useful


Solution : The correct answer is the third option.

Utilitarian means designed to be useful or practical rather than attractive. In the given sentence, the government's utilitarian stance suggests that their approach prioritises practicality and usefulness.

Therefore, useful is the most suitable synonym in this context, which means "having practical utility, serving a purpose, or providing benefit".

The meanings of the other options are as follows:

  • Thrust means a forceful or vigorous push, typically with a pointed object.
  • Fanciful means overly imaginative or unrealistic, not based on reality.
  • Distasteful means unpleasant or offensive, causing discomfort or aversion.
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