Question

Find the synonym of the underlined word.
This animal has a ferocious appearance and sometimes a combative nature.
a. Grim
b. Harmful
c. Savage
d. Harsh
e. Docile

Answer 1

Hint: Synonyms are words that have the same or nearly the same meaning as other words. Synonyms are regular and essential parts of the English language that we use without even thinking. Synonyms come in all parts of speech such as noun, pronoun, verb, adjective, adverb, preposition, conjunction, and interjection.

Complete step-by-step answer:

The exact meaning of the word ferocious means exhibiting unrestrained violence or brutality. As we have to find the synonym of the underlined word in the given sentence, ‘The animal has a ferocious appearance and sometimes a combative nature.’ The underlined word’s ferocious meaning is similar to the option [c]savage. The meaning of the savage is non domesticated or fierce. Hence the correct option is [c] and the words ferocious and savage are synonymous with each other.
The word grim in the option [a] means very serious.
The word harmful in the option [b] means someone or something which can cause harm.
The word harsh in the option [d] means cruel.
The word docile in the option [e] means someone who is ready to accept instructions.
So, the options [a], [b], [d] & [e] do not have the similar meaning as the word ferocious. These words have their own specific meanings; therefore, they are the wrong options.

Note: We should know the correct meaning of the given word for finding the synonym from the options. Look for the nearest similar meaning word to find the right answer and do not necessarily confuse yourself.