Question
Language Comprehension Question on Synonyms and Antonyms
This question consists of a word, given in CAPITALS, followed by four words. Choose the word that is most nearly the same in meaning to the word given in CAPITALS. Since some of the questions require you to distinguish the fine shades of meaning, be sure to consider all the choices before deciding which one is the best
SACCHARINE
A
Clumsy
B
Carriage
C
Syrupy
D
Caustic
Answer
Syrupy
Explanation
Solution
The word "SACCHARINE" means excessively sweet or sentimental, often to the point of being sickeningly sweet.
Syrupy – This matches the meaning of "saccharine," as both can describe something overly sweet.
The correct answer is (C): Syrupy