Question

Which of the following is the correct meaning of the word "manifestation"?
a) Using or showing judgement
b) Level of worthiness
c) Outward or perceptible indication
d) Lasting for an indefinitely long time

Answer 1

Hint: The meaning of the word manifestation is to make something evident or clear by showing or displaying.

Complete answer:
 In the given question we have been given a word and we need to choose the most suitable meaning of the word from the given options. To select the correct option, it is essential to know the meaning of the given word.
The word manifestation refers to an event, action, or object that clearly shows or embodies something abstract or theoretical.
Let us take a look at each of the given options and find the option that expresses the meaning of the given word in the most accurate way.
Option ‘A’, using or showing judgment, is incorrect as it refers to the quality of having perception and common sense.
Option ‘B’, level of worthiness, is incorrect as it indicates the level of suitability or attention.
Option ‘C’, outward or perceptible indication, is the correct answer as it refers to demonstrating or exhibiting something.
Option ‘D’, lasting for an indefinitely long time, is incorrect as it refers to something that has been lasting for ages.
From the above options, the option that is closest in meaning to ‘manifestation’ is clear and hence, option ‘C’, outward or perceptible indication is the correct answer. Option ‘A’, ‘B; and ‘D’ are incorrect as they do not express the meaning of the given word.

Note:
 Carefully understand the meaning of the word and its options before choosing the most suitable answer. Some commonly used synonyms of ‘manifestation’ are demonstration, reflection, materialization, etc.