Question:

Match the dictionary definitions of the word "Catch" with its correct usage:
[A.] Capture
[B.] Grasp with senses or mind
[C.] Deception
[D.] Thing or person worth trapping Usage:
[E.] All her friends agreed that Prasad was a good catch.
[F.] The proposal sounds very good but where is the catch?
[G.] Hussain tries to catch the spirit of India in this painting.
[H.] Sorry, I couldn’t catch you. \bigskip

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Words like “catch” have multiple senses. Match abstract uses (like relationships or understanding) carefully with dictionary definitions.
Updated On: Jul 29, 2025
  • A–F; B–G; C–E; D–H
  • A–F; B–G; C–E; D–H
  • A–G; B–F; C–E; D–H
  • A–G; B–H; C–F; D–E
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The Correct Option is D

Solution and Explanation



A (Capture) matches with G: catching the spirit in a painting — symbolic capture.
B (Grasp with senses/mind) matches with H: "couldn’t catch you" = didn’t understand.
C (Deception) matches with F: “what’s the catch?” implies hidden drawback.
D (Person worth trapping) matches with E: “Prasad was a good catch” = someone desirable. \[ \boxed{\text{A–G;\quad B–H;\quad C–F;\quad D–E}} \] \bigskip
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