Question

Against the given word, there are some alternatives, one of which is either similar in meaning (synonyms) or opposite in meaning (antonyms) to the word. Find out which of the given alternatives is either a synonym or an antonym of the given word.
INTERIM
A) Interesting
B) Temporary
C) Timely
D) Internal

Answer 1

Hint: The dictionary meaning of the given word “interim” in the intervening time; provisional. For example: in the interim, I'll just keep my fingers crossed.

Complete answer: :
Interim is an adjective. It means – for/during/belonging to, or connected with an intervening period of time; temporary. For example an interim order, an interim job. It is also used in accounting, an interim period is a financial reporting period that is shorter than a full fiscal year.
Let us examine all the given options and find out the correct answer :
>Option ‘a' is Interesting. It means – arousing curiosity and interest; holding or catching the attention.
 For example an interesting debate. So, this is not the correction option.
>Option ‘b’ is Temporary. It means – lasting for only a limited period of time; not permanent.
 For example A temporary job. This is the only option which is relating to the given word “interim”.
>Option ‘c’ is Timely. It means – Done or occurring at a favourable or useful time; opportune.
For example A timely warning. This option is also not related to the given word.
>Option ‘d’ is Internal. It means – of or situated on the inside; inner parts or features.
For example, The tube had an internal diameter of 1.1 mm. This option is also not related to the given word.
As we have analysed all the given options, we can easily figure out the correct option. The synonym of the provided word “interim” is “temporary”.

Hence, option ‘b’ is the correct answer.

Note: It is important that the students know the meaning of the given options as the other options are plausible distractions.