Question

Choose the option which best expresses the meaning of the given word.
GAMBIT
a) Expression
b) Trick
c) Explanation
d) Appeal

Answer 1

Hint: Synonyms are words or phrases that mean exactly or nearly the same as another word or phrase. For example- ‘sad’ and ‘depressed’.

Two words that can be interchanged in a context are said to be synonymous relative to that context.

Complete answer:

In the given question, the word ‘gambit’ refers to a maneuver in a game or conversation.

Let us analyze the options given to us in this question:

Option (a.), 'expression', refers to the communication (in speech or writing) of your beliefs or opinions.

Therefore, option (a.) is incorrect as its meaning is not synonymous with that of the given word ‘gambit’.

Option (b.), ‘trick', refers to a cunning or deceitful action or device.

Therefore, option (b.) is correct as its meaning is synonymous with that of the given word ‘gambit’.

Option (c.), ‘explanation', refers to a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances, etc.

Therefore, option (c.) is incorrect as its meaning is not synonymous with that of the given word ‘gambit’.

Option (d.), ‘appeal', refers to an earnest or urgent request.

Therefore, option (d.) is incorrect as its meaning is not synonymous with that of the given word ‘gambit’.

Hence, option b is the correct answer
Note:

If you don’t know the definition of the given word and have only used it in some given context previously, then use the given word in a sentence. Substitute the given word with each word in the options and choose the word which does not conflict with the context provided by the given word.