Question

Choose the synonym of the given word:
PROBOSCIS
a) Search
b) Probe
c) Snout
d) Prove

Answer 1

Hint: A synonym of a word means words that share similar meaning. Here ‘proboscis’ means the nose of a mammal, especially a trunk or snouts of animals.

Complete answer:
First, let us look into the meaning of the word proboscis, which means – the nose of a mammal, especially a trunk or snouts of animals.
As we can see from the above explanation the synonym for the word ‘proboscis’ would be – snout (as snout means – the nose or mouth of an animal). Therefore, option (c) is the correct solution for the above-given question.
Now, if we look at the different options that we have we will get a clearer picture as to why option (c) is the correct answer.
a) Search – means to try to find something by looking or seeking very carefully, or look for something. For example, he has been searching since yesterday.
b) Probe – means to go around asking questions, or do a thorough investigation. For example, I have been probing around to find out about the corruption prevalent in the institution.
c) Snout – means the nose and mouth of an animal. For example the pig balanced a ball on his snout.
d) Prove – means to demonstrate the truth about something. For example, I will prove to him that I can pass the examination.
So, we can see that the correct solution would be snout only, i.e. option (c).

Note:
The answer is very much given in the meaning of the original world ‘proboscis’. If you get familiar with that you will easily find the correct solution.