Question

Find the synonym of the underlined word
Larry was so absorbed in his novel that he forgot about his dinner cooking in the oven.

A) Engrossed
B) Obliged
C) Enlivened
D) Excelled
E) Devastated

Answer 1

Hint: Synonyms are words that are similar or have a related meaning to another word. Divide the word into two parts, suffix and prefix. Try to identify the meaning of the word and evaluate whether it has a positive-negative or neutral connotation.

Complete answer:

The word absorbed means to take up the attention of someone, interest greatly, engross
Synonyms are- captivate, engross, intrigue
Let us find the synonym of the word absorbed. We will discuss the given options one by one.

Option A) engrossed
The word engrossed means to absorb all the attention or interest of. This is the correct option. So, Larry was so absorbed in his novel that he was very much engrossed in his novel.
Synonyms are- preoccupy, engross, engage
Option B) obliged
The word obliged means to do as someone asks or desires in order to help or please them. This option is incorrect as the word obliged is not the synonym for the word absorbed.
Synonyms are- compel, constrain
Option C) Enlivened
The word enlivened means to make something more interesting or entertaining. This option is incorrect as enlivened is not the synonym for the word absorbed.
Synonyms are- enhance, revitalize
Option D) excelled
The word excelled means to be exceptionally good or proficient at something. This option is incorrect as the word excelled is not the synonym for the word absorbed.
Synonyms are- stand out, outshine
Option E) Devastated
The word devastated means to destroy or ruin. This option is incorrect as the word devastated is not the synonym for the word absorbed.
Synonyms are –ransack, ruin


Note: It is very important to know the meaning of the word synonym and also to know the meaning of the words that are given in the options. Vocabulary should be good in order to solve such questions.