Question

Choose the option closest in meaning to the capitalized word:
                  ‘GRANDIOSE’
(a)Imposing
(b)Unpretentious
(c)Boring
(d)Lanky

Answer 1

Hint: The word ‘GRANDIOSE’ is an adjective which refers to something that is grand or magnificent or something that is more than necessary. We need to find the synonym in the given options. Start by defining each and every option.

Complete answer: A synonym is a word, morpheme, or phrase that means exactly or nearly the same as another word, morpheme, or phrase in the same language. For example, the words begin, start, commence, and initiate are all synonyms of one another; they are synonymous.
(a)Imposing’ is an adjective which refers to something that is grand and impressive in appearance. This is similar in meaning to ‘grandiose’, the meaning of which has been explained above. Thus, it is the correct answer.
(b)‘unpretentious’ is an adjective which refers to someone who does not try to impress others with appearance, talent, or possessions. For example, “It was a friendly and an unpretentious place.” This is not close to the meaning of ‘grandiose’. It is rather opposite in meaning. Thus, it is incorrect.
(c)‘boring’ is an adjective which refers to something that is not interesting or is tedious. This is not close to the meaning of the required word. Thus, it is incorrect.
(d)‘lanky’ is an adjective which refers to someone who is ungracefully thin and tall. This is not the required word that we are looking for. Thus, it is incorrect.

Note: Do not confuse ‘imposing’ with 'impose. Both are different. ‘Impose’ means to force something to be accepted or put in place.