Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Synonyms

Question:

Select the correct synonym for the word: Procrastinate.

Options:

Expedite

Discuss

Defer

Elevate

Correct Answer:

Defer

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) → Defer

The word procrastinate means to delay or postpone doing something.

  • Defer also means to put off to a later time, making it the correct synonym.

  • Expedite means to speed up the process, which is the opposite.

  • Discuss means to talk about something, unrelated in meaning.

  • Elevate means to raise or lift up, also unrelated.