Question

Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word: CORPULENT

• A. Lean
• B. Gaunt
• C. Emaciated
• D. Obese

Hint:

When solving vocabulary questions, think of a simple synonym for the given word first, then match it with the closest option.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: Understand the meaning of “Corpulent.”
“Corpulent” is an adjective describing someone who is large or overweight, usually referring to a person’s body size.
Step 2: Match with the synonym.
Among the given options, “Obese” directly means extremely overweight, making it the best match.
Step 3: Eliminate incorrect options.
- “Lean” means thin or slender—opposite meaning.
- “Gaunt” means extremely thin, usually from illness.
- “Emaciated” means abnormally thin or weak.
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