Question

Find the synonym of the word FORTIFY:
A. Topple
B. Destroy
C. Reproduce
D. Strengthen

Answer 1

Hint: The word stuffed ought to be grammatically correct. Ensure that the word opted should be synonym (same in meaning) and is acceptable for that specific sentence. Continually build meanings of the sentences then select the right one..

Complete answer:
 FORTIFY:- The word fortify means to provide a place with defensive work as protection against attack or to add spirits to wine to make port, or similar drinks.
 Option A) Topple: - As the meaning of the word topple is overbalance or cause to overbalance and fall. It isn’t similar to the meaning of the word fortify.
 Option B) Destroy: - As the meaning of the word destroy is to end the existence of something by damaging or attacking it. It isn’t similar to the meaning of the word fortify.
 Option C) Reproduce: - As the meaning of the word reproduce is to give birth. It isn’t similar to the meaning of the word fortify.
 Option D) Strengthen: - As the meaning of the word ‘strengthen’ is to make or become stronger. It is similar to the meaning of the word fortify.

Hence the correct answer is option ‘D’.

Note:The word or phrases which means exactly the same as the other one, known as synonyms. In other words, we can say the word which is similar to the other one is called synonym of that word. Some other Synonyms of the given words are: -
Topple - fall, tumble, overbalance.
Destroy - demolish, knockdown, crash.
Reproduce - breed, procreate.
Strengthen - buildup, nourish.