Question:
For the word below, a contextual usage is
provided. Pick the word from the alternatives given that is most inappropriate in the given
context.
Disuse: Some words fall into disuse as technology makes objects obsolete.
For the word below, a contextual usage is
provided. Pick the word from the alternatives given that is most inappropriate in the given
context.
Disuse: Some words fall into disuse as technology makes objects obsolete.
Disuse: Some words fall into disuse as technology makes objects obsolete.
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Look for an antonym among the options when asked for the most inappropriate word.
Updated On: Aug 4, 2025
- Prevalent
- Discarded
- Obliterated
- Unfashionable
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The Correct Option is A
Solution and Explanation
"Disuse" means no longer being used. Discarded, obliterated, and unfashionable align with this sense, but "prevalent" means widespread, the opposite in meaning, making it inappropriate here.
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