Question : Directions: In the question, a part of the sentence is in bold. Below are given alternatives to the bold part at 1, 2 and 3 that may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is needed, your answer is (4).
The new book written by Vikram Seth has become very populous.
- populist
- popular
- populance
- No Improvement
Option 1: 1
Option 2: 2
Option 3: 3
Option 4: 4
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Correct Answer: 2
Solution : The second option is the correct answer.
Populous is an adjective that describes a place or region with a large population.
Populist is both a noun and an adjective. It means a person or an idea that is popular among the people.
Popular is an adjective that describes something that is liked, admired, or enjoyed by a lot of people.
Populance is not a standard English word.
Hence, the correct answer is: "The new book written by Vikram Seth has become very popular. "
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