Question

Which of the following are synonyms of the word"DELINEATE"?
(A) Depict
(B) Decepitate
(C) Describe
(D) Depricate
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. A and B only
• B. A and C only
• C. B and C only
• D. C and D only

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

The question asks us to identify synonyms of the word "DELINEATE" from the given options. The word "delineate" means to describe or portray something precisely.

Let's analyze each option:

• (A) Depict - This means to show or represent by a drawing, painting, or other art form. It is synonymous with "delineate" in the sense of portraying something precisely.
• (B) Decepitate - This is not a standard English word and does not relate to "delineate".
• (C) Describe - This means to give an account in words of someone or something, including all the relevant characteristics or events. This is synonymous with "delineate" as both involve detailing or describing.
• (D) Depricate - Likely a misspelled version of "deprecate", which means to express disapproval of something. This is not synonymous with "delineate".

From this analysis, the words that can be considered synonymous with "delineate" are "Depict" (A) and "Describe" (C).

Therefore, the correct answer is A and C only.