Question

Find the synonym of the given underlined word.
Reading daily newspapers makes us aware of what is going on in the world.
a)Knowledgeable
b)Ignorant
c)Alike
d)Dependent
e)Related

Answer 1

Hint:The given underline word is ‘aware’.
The word ‘aware’ means knowing about or realising something; conscious of somebody/ something.
Example: Everybody is aware of the hazards of smoking. We will look for an option that describes the meaning of the given word in the best possible way.

Complete answer:
a)Knowledgeable: The word ‘knowledgeable’ means having a lot of knowledge.
Example: He is very knowledgeable about German literature.
Example: The sales staff are all knowledgeable, helpful and cheerful.
This word expresses the meaning of the word. Therefore, this is the correct option.

b)Ignorant: The word ‘ignorant’ means not having enough knowledge, understanding, or information about something.
Example: She is very ignorant about her own country.
Example: He confused himself totally ignorant of their plans.
This word doesn’t express the meaning of the word. Therefore, this is not the correct option.

c)Alike: The word ‘alike’ means very similar.
Example: The twins look alike, but they differ in temperament.
Example: My mother and I are alike in many ways.
This word doesn’t express the meaning of the given word. Therefore, this is not the correct option.

d)Dependent: The word ‘ dependent’ means needing something/somebody to support you.
Example: We are completely dependent upon your help.
Example: You can’t be dependent on your parents all your life.
This word doesn’t express the meaning of the given word. Therefore, this is not the correct option.

e)Related: The word ‘related’ means connected with somebody/something.
Example: The two ideas are closely related.
Example: Much of the violence is related to drugs and gang warfare.
This word doesn’t express the meaning of the given word. Therefore, this is not the correct option.

Hence, the correct answer is Option ‘a’.

Note: The word ‘Aware’ means having knowledge or perception of a situation or fact. In this context, reading daily newspapers makes us aware of the world around us that we become knowledgeable of worldly affairs if we read daily newspapers. The word ‘ignorant’ is an antonym of the word ‘aware’.
Some other synonyms of the given word ‘aware’ are mindful , appreciative and wise.
Some antonyms of the word ‘aware’ are unaware, neglectful and unfamiliar.
Example: I appreciate your help but you said you’re unfamiliar with this kind of computer.