Select the word from the given options that is most similar in meaning to the word- JUXTAPOSE

Aligned

The correct answer is Option (3) → Aligned

• Juxtapose (Verb): To place or deal with close together for contrasting effect or to highlight differences.

• Aligned = placed in line or in proper relative position

Note: The given answer is as per NTA. However, the correct answer should be Adjacent (Adjective): which means Next to or adjoining something else; close. While adjacent only means physically next to, and juxtapose implies a purpose (comparison/contrast), adjacent is the best fit among the given options as it captures the core idea of being placed close together. On the other hand, Aligned emphasizes order and placement in a line, not necessarily the act of placing things next to each other for comparison. Something can be aligned (like books on a shelf) without being juxtaposed.