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).
Wave after wave surrounded the tower.
(1) Engulfed
(2) Circled
(3) Encircled
(4) No Improvement
Option 1: (1)
Option 2: (2)
Option 3: (3)
Option 4: (4)
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Correct Answer: (1)
Solution : The sentence can be improved using the first option.
Engulfed means to flow over or cover something completely. In this context, it conveys the idea that successive waves completely covered or surrounded the tower.
The meanings of the other options are as follows:
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Circled: It means to move in a circle, especially in the air.
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Encircled: It means to surround something or somebody completely in a circle.
The correct sentence should be: "Wave after wave engulfed the tower."
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