Question

Select the most appropriate synonym of the word-
Brace
a) Waste
b) Grip
c) Define
d) Confine

Answer 1

Hint: The given word is 'brace'. It is a noun that means to give support. For example, the posts were braced with timber.

Complete answer:
 In the given question, the word brace means a device fitted to something, in particular a weak or injured part of the body, to give support or a pair of straps that pass over the shoulders and fasten to the top of trousers at the front and back to hold them up. For example Thirty brace of grouse.
Option ‘a’ Waste. Waste means use or expand carelessly, extravagantly, or to no purpose no not coming in any use. For example: We can’t afford to waste electricity.
Option ‘b’ Grip. Grip means take and keep a firm hold of, grasp tightly, (of an emotion or situation) have a strong or adverse effect on. For example, His knuckles were white as he gripped the steering wheel.
Option 'c' Define. Define means what is meant by a word, text, concept, or action. For example, Ram has told to define the given sentence.
Option 'd' Confine. Confine meaning the borders or boundaries of a place, especially with regard to their restricting freedom of movement. For example: Within the confines of the hall escape was difficult.
As we have analyzed all the given options, we can easily figure out the correct answer. Here, the most appropriate synonym for the word 'brace' is 'grip'. Hence, option 'b' is the correct option.

Note:
 All the other options are plausible distractions. Don't confuse between 'confine' and 'grip'. They both are used differently and have different meanings.