Question

Choose the one which best expresses the given meaning of the word:
Perseverance
a)Vacillation
b)Volatility
c)Steadfastness
d)Levity

Answer 1

Hint: Words that portray similar meanings and can replace the actual word in the same or different contexts are referred to as synonyms. Perseverance refers to the quality which maintains persistence in a course of action despite having faced many objections or obstacles. The quality which depicts overcoming any shortcomings with sole determination.

Complete step-by-step answer:

Now, from the options given above, option a is not the answer since it refers to indecisiveness, fluctuating, absence of resolution, or an unsteady manner.
 Option b, on the other hand, refers to fleeting, something that is likely to change spontaneously, fluctuating, explosive, or something that can automatically break out into the form of violence, hence, it is not the answer.
Option d, levity, refers to a lack of seriousness, taking something lightly, fickleness in action or words or a light character or attitude. This is somewhat opposite in meaning to the question.
Option c: refers to firmness in resolution, unwavering, not distracted towards any direction or steadiness is action despite any obstacles.
Hence, Option c, Steadfastness is a suitable synonym.

Note: When applying synonyms, try and imagine the circumstances. It would be a lot easier if you have the vocabulary down. Sometime, the pronunciation of the words may seem similar to the word in the question. It does not show that they are similar; it can even be the total opposite.