Question

Choose the synonym of the words given in List-I with the ones given in List-II.

List-I (Word)	List-II (Synonym)
(A) Adhere	(III) comply
(B) Abolish	(IV) annul
(C) Acumen	(I) awareness
(D) Absolve	(II) pardon

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• (A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (III), (D) - (IV)
• (A) - (I), (B) - (III), (C) - (II), (D) - (IV)
• (A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (IV), (D) - (III)
• (A) - (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (II)

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

To solve the problem of choosing the correct synonyms from List-I and matching them to List-II, let's consider each word in List-I and pairs in List-II:

(A) Adhere	The word "adhere" means to stick to something or follow a rule precisely. The synonym "comply" from List-II means to act according to a rule, making it the correct match.
(B) Abolish	The word "abolish" refers to the act of formally putting an end to a system or practice. The synonym "annul" means to declare invalid or void, which closely relates to ending something officially.
(C) Acumen	"Acumen" refers to the ability to make good judgments and quick decisions. The synonym "awareness" reflects the understanding and perception needed for sound decision-making.
(D) Absolve	The word "absolve" means to free someone from guilt or blame. The synonym "pardon" is used to forgive or excuse a fault, perfectly matching the context.

Thus, the correct pairings are: (A) - (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (II).

Answer 2

The correct matches are:

(A) Adhere: (III) comply. Explanation: "Adhere" means to stick to or follow something, such as rules or guidelines, and "comply" means to act in accordance with a request or command. Therefore, they both convey the idea of following rules or instructions.

(B) Abolish: (IV) annul. Explanation: "Abolish" means to formally put an end to something, such as a law or practice, while "annul" means to declare something invalid or void. Both terms suggest the termination or cancellation of something, typically in a formal or legal context.

(C) Acumen: (I) awareness. Explanation: "Acumen" refers to keen insight or sharpness of mind, especially in practical matters, and "awareness" refers to having knowledge or understanding of something. Both terms suggest a heightened level of perception and understanding.

(D) Absolve: (II) pardon. Explanation: "Absolve" means to formally forgive someone for a wrongdoing, often in a religious or legal sense, and "pardon" means to forgive or excuse someone, typically from a punishment. Both terms involve granting forgiveness and removing blame or guilt.