Question

Choose the word which can be substituted for the italicized words in the sentence.
Sunil was buying tickets at the counter when suddenly he noticed a lady’s purse lying on the floor.
(a)Reticule
(b)Parasol
(c)Vestibule
(d)Veil

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: Let us analyze the options given to us in this question:
(a)'reticule', refers to a woman's drawstring handbag; usually made of net or beading or brocade; used in the 18th and 19th centuries. Therefore, option (a) is correct as its meaning is synonymous to that of the given phrase ‘lady’s purse’.
(b)‘parasol', refers to a handheld collapsible source of shade. Therefore, option (b) is incorrect as its meaning is not synonymous to that of the given phrase ‘lady’s purse’.
(c)‘vestibule', refers to a large entrance or reception room or area. Therefore, option (c) is incorrect as its meaning is not synonymous to that of the given phrase ‘lady’s purse’.
(d)‘veil', refers to a garment that covers the head and face. Therefore, option (d) is incorrect as its meaning is not synonymous to that of the given phrase ‘lady’s purse’.
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.