Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Synonyms

Question:

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

QUISLING

 

Options:

Squabble

Excellent

Agonize

Turncoat 

Correct Answer:

Turncoat 

Explanation:

The most appropriate synonym of the word quisling is turncoat.

  • Quisling means "a traitor or collaborator who collaborates with an enemy occupying force during a war."
  • Turncoat means "a person who betrays or deserts their cause or political party."

The other words do not have the same meaning as quisling.

  • Squabble means "to argue or quarrel in a petty or childish way."
  • Excellent means "of the highest quality or standard."
  • Agonize means "to suffer severe physical or mental pain."