Question

Which of the following is the synonym of “Modest”?

a) Boast
b) Show
c) Humble
d) Impolite

Answer 1

Hint: Synonyms are words or phrases that mean exactly or nearly the same as another word or phrase in the same language due to which we can use them as each other's substitute. So you need to find the word that means the same as or can be used as a substitute to the word modest - who does not take too much pride in his/her achievements.

Complete answer:

First, let us look at the meaning of the word modest – someone who usually does not talk about or is obvious about their abilities and achievements. For e.g. he is so modest, that girl is so modest about her achievements, etc.
Now, that you know the meaning and usage of modest let us look into the options given and find a synonym for modest. For that, we will first discuss the meanings of the words provided as options –
a) Boast – someone boasts when they talk about their achievements, possessions, or abilities with excessive pride and self-satisfaction.
b) Show – means to put something on display.
c) Humble – means having or showing a modest or low estimate of importance about oneself.
d) Impolite – someone who is rude and does not have or isn’t showing good manners.
As you can make out the correct solution is the option – b, i.e. humble. The use of the word humble in a sentence can be understood as – he came from a very humble and underprivileged house.

Note: The best way to get the correct answer is to remove the words that are less likely to have a similar meaning. That way at the end you will have your correct solution. Also, try building/ keeping a good vocabulary that will also help.