Select the most appropriate synonym for the word "CARNAGE".

massacre

The correct answer is Option (3) → massacre

• "Carnage" means widespread killing, slaughter, or bloodshed, usually in a violent context like war or a massacre.
• "Massacre" also refers to a large-scale violent killing, making it the most suitable synonym.

OTHER OPTIONS

 "Mesmerize" – Means to fascinate or captivate, which is unrelated to "carnage."
  "Meteor" – Refers to a celestial object, not related to slaughter or destruction.
  "Meridian" – Refers to an imaginary line on the Earth's surface or a high point, which has no connection to "carnage."

Thus, the correct synonym for "Carnage" is "Massacre."