Question

Find the synonym of the underlined word.
Views regarding private education appear to be changing.

a. Forecasts
b. Predictions
c. Opinions
d. Proponents
e. Advocates

Answer 1

Hint: Words or phrases that have the same or nearly the same meaning as another word or phrase are called synonyms.

Complete step-by-step answer:

The meaning of the given underlined word ‘’views’’ means a way of thinking about something or an idea. So, the exact similar meaning of the given word is the option [c] opinions. The meaning of the word opinions means particular thoughts about something or someone. Therefore, the option [c] is the correct synonym.
The meaning of the word forecasts are given in the option [a] means a statement of what is judged, likely to happen in the future.
The meaning of the word predictions in the option [b] means a statement of what you think will happen in the future.
The meaning of the word proponents in the option [d] means a person who speaks publicly in support of a particular idea.
The meaning of the word advocates in the option [e] means a lawyer who defends someone in the law court.
The options [a], [b], [d] and [e] are incorrect as they do not denote the similar meaning of the underlined word.

Note: A word can have a similar meaning to many other words, one might get confused and can end up making a mistake but synonyms are only considered when the other words have the exact or the nearest meaning to the given word. Synonyms also help one to find the perfect rhyming rhythmic words for poetry.