Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

Magnify

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SSC CGL 2022 Tier-I Official Paper (Held On : 02 Dec 2022 Shift 3)

Answer 1

The correct answer is: Expand.

Key Points

Magnify: To have the power to cause objects to appear larger than they are. (बढ़ाना)
- For example- I don't want to magnify the importance of these problems.
Let us look at the meaning of the given words in the options section.
- Expand: Become or make more significant or more extensive. (विस्तार करना)
  - For example- There are plans to expand the airport.
- Magnanimous: Generous or forgiving, especially towards a rival or less powerful person. (उदार)
- Miniature: A thing that is much smaller than normal, especially a small replica or model. (लघुरूप)
- Underemphasis: Less emphasis than is possible or desirable. (कम जोर)
From the meaning of the given words, it is clear that the most appropriate synonym of 'Magnify' is 'Expand'.
Therefore, the correct answer is option 1.