Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Synonyms

Question:

Select the most appropriate synonym of the bracketed word to fill in the blank.

If we want to progress, we must sometimes embrace _________ (mutate).

Options:

replicate

imitate

change

incise

Correct Answer:

change

Explanation:

The most appropriate synonym of the bracketed word to fill in the blank is change.

  • Mutate means to change or undergo a change, especially in a way that is significant or unexpected.
  • Replicate means to make an exact copy of something.
  • Imitate means to copy or mimic something.
  • Change means to make or become different.
  • Incise means to cut into something with a sharp instrument.