Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Synonyms

Question:

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

FRET 

 

Options:

Going to and fro

Hail

Gibberish

Worry

Correct Answer:

Worry

Explanation:

The most appropriate synonym of the word fret is worry.

  • Fret means "to be restless or anxious, especially about something that is uncertain or out of one's control."
  • Worry means "to feel or show concern, anxiety, or trouble about something."

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

  • Going to and fro means "moving back and forth repeatedly."
  • Hail means "to greet or welcome someone or something with loud shouts of approval."
  • Gibberish means "unintelligible or nonsensical speech or writing."