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Question : Select the option that is similar in meaning to the underlined word.

He declined the offer to join the Board of Directors.

Option 1: Delayed

Option 2: Rejected

Option 3: Modified

Option 4: Deferred


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Correct Answer: Rejected


Solution : The second option is the correct choice.

The word, declined, in the given context means that the person refused or turned down the offer to join the Board of Directors. On the other hand, rejected is a suitable synonym, indicating a similar action of not accepting or dismissing an offer.

The meanings of the other options are as follows:

  • Delayed means postponed or made to occur later than originally planned.
  • Modified means altered or changed in some way.
  • Deferred means postponed or delayed.
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