Question
Download Solution PDFDirections : In the following questions, out of the four alternatives, select the word nearest in meaning to the words given.
ABRIDGE
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Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is: Shorten.
Key Points
- The word "Abridge" means to shorten a text, piece of speech, or writing without losing its sense or essence. (संक्षेप करना)
- Example: The editor decided to abridge the novel to make it more suitable for younger readers.
- "Shorten" refers to reducing the length, duration, or extent of something. (छोटा करना)
- Example: We need to shorten the meeting to avoid delays in other tasks.
- Hence, the word "Shorten" is the closest in meaning to "Abridge."
Therefore, the correct answer is: Shorten.
Additional Information
Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:
- Abort (असफल करना): To stop or terminate something prematurely.
- Example: The pilot had to abort the landing due to bad weather.
- Span (अवधि): The full extent or duration of something.
- Example: His career spanned over three decades.
- Cross (पार करना): To move or travel from one side to another.
- Example: She had to cross the river to reach the village.
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