Question

Choose the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word-
Hitler was a despot.
a) Conservator
b) Dictator
c) Passionate
d) Monstrous

Answer 1

Hint: The given word is ‘despot' which means a ruler or other person who holds absolute power, typically one who exercises it in a cruel or oppressive way.

Complete answer:
The given word ‘despot' is a noun. The peoples who wanted to free themselves from domestic or foreign despots always almost defined themselves by nationality. In the given question, we have to find out the nearest meaning of the word ‘despot’ from among the four given options.
Now, let us examine all the given options to find out the correct answer-
Option ‘a’ is Conservator. It is a noun which means a person responsible for the repair and preservation of things of cultural or environmental interest, such as buildings or works of art. For example the wall decoration was discovered by conservators repairing damage caused by a leaking roof.
Option ‘b’ is a Dictator. It is a noun which means – a ruler with total power over a country, typically one who has obtained control by force.
Option ‘c’ is Passionate. It is an adjective that means having, showing, or caused by strong feelings or beliefs. For example : passionate pleas for help.
Option ‘d' is Monstrous. It is an adjective that means having the ugly or frightening appearance of a monster. For example monstrous, bug-eyed fish. Hence, option ‘b’ is the correct option, dictator.

Note:
All the other options are plausible distractions. Don’t confuse between ‘conservator' and ‘dictator’ as we are asked for a synonym and not an antonym.