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Choose the synonym of the given word.
CATERWAUL
A. Serve
B. Howl
C. Scribble
D. Salute

Answer
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Hint: A synonym can be defined as a word or phrase that means exactly or nearly the same as another word or phrase in the same language,The meaning of the word CATERWAUL means the howling wailing noise of a cat.


Complete answer:
-Option A is an incorrect option as the meaning of the word serve is to perform duties or to distribute something.
-Option B is howl which has the meaning cry or a loud noise made by an animal.
-Option C is an incorrect option as the meaning of scribble is to write something quickly and carelessly or to scratch something.
-Option D is an incorrect option as the meaning of the word Salute is a gesture someone does while greeting someone. Therefore, the correct option of the above asked question is option B. Howl as they both are synonyms.

Note: Scribble can also be understood as a synonym of Caterwaul but it is not so as Scribble is related with writing and also have the meaning scratching it can be a gesture by an animal but it is not a voice as the meaning of word Caterwaul is related to voice because of that they both are not synonym.