Choose the correct synonym of the underlined word from the given options:
The firm had a huge budget to replace all the outdated machines.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → antiquated
Outdated means no longer modern or useful, old-fashioned. The firm wanted to replace machines that were too old to serve it well. Its synonym is antiquated.
Example: The office still uses outdated computers.
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) contemporary | belonging to the present time, modern (it is the opposite of outdated) | The museum has a fine collection of contemporary art. |
| (2) antiquated (answer) | very old-fashioned and no longer suitable for modern use (both words describe things that belong to the past) | The factory still runs on antiquated machinery. |
| (3) abhorrent | causing hatred or disgust | Child labour is abhorrent to all decent people. |
| (4) trivial | of little importance | They quarrelled over a trivial matter. |
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