Question

Find the synonym that is most nearly similar in meaning to the word: DEBACLE

• A. Dandy
• B. Corker
• C. Catastrophe
• D. Opulence

Hint:

A debacle is not just a failure, but a complete and often embarrassing one. Words like disaster, fiasco, and catastrophe are its closest synonyms.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

The word Debacle means a sudden and ignominious failure; a fiasco or a complete disaster. Let's analyze the meanings of the options: \[\begin{array}{rl} \bullet & \text{Dandy: A man unduly devoted to style, neatness, and fashion in dress and appearance.} \\ \bullet & \text{Corker: An excellent or astonishing person or thing.} \\ \bullet & \text{Catastrophe: An event causing great and often sudden damage or suffering; a disaster.} \\ \bullet & \text{Opulence: Great wealth or luxuriousness.} \\ \end{array}\] The word closest in meaning to debacle (a disastrous failure) is Catastrophe.