Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Synonyms

Question:

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

SAGACIOUS

 

Options:

Dumb

Scholarly

Secretive 

Jovial 

Correct Answer:

Scholarly

Explanation:

The most appropriate synonym of the word sagacious is scholarly.

  • Sagacious means "having or showing keen insight and sound judgment."
  • Scholarly means "having or showing knowledge and learning."

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

  • Dumb means "not intelligent or clever."
  • Secretive means "keeping one's thoughts, feelings, or actions hidden from others."
  • Jovial means "cheerful and good-humored."