Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Synonyms

Question:

Select the most appropriate synonym to replace the italicised word.

The little girl had obsequious manners.

Options:

mischievous

defiant

headstrong

law-abiding

Correct Answer:

law-abiding

Explanation:

The correct answer is option 4. law-abiding.

The word obsequious means excessively or servilely obedient or attentive. The word Law-abiding means following laws and rules.

The meaning of word obsequious is similar to the meaning of word law-abiding hence the correct answer is law-abiding.

Additional Information:

The word Mischievous means causing or displaying a fondness for causing mischief in a playful manner.

Example: My son is a Mischievous boy.

The word Defiant means showing defiance, noncooperation.

Example: He is always defiant to what I say.

The word Headstrong means spiritedly wilful and determined.

Example: The Headstrong impulsiveness of youth.