Replace the underlined word in the following sentence with a similar meaning word from the options given below:
The police investigation into the robbery at the ABC Mall, has revealed that the main electric supply had been sabotaged by the rebels.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → subverted
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Sabotaged means deliberately destroyed, damaged, or obstructed (something), especially for political or military advantage.
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Subverted means to undermine the power and authority of (an established system or institution); in this context, it means deliberately undermining or destroying the functioning of the electric supply. This is the closest and most appropriate synonym for deliberate obstruction or destruction.
Other Options:
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Supported: Means to bear all or part of the weight of; or to give approval to. This is an antonym.
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Sugar coated: Means to make something difficult or unpleasant seem more attractive or acceptable. (Unrelated to destruction).
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Safeguarded: Means to protect from harm or damage. This is an antonym.