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Question : Select the most appropriate synonym for the underlined word in the given sentence.
The clairvoyant witches told Macbeth his future.

Option 1: Prophetic

Option 2: malevolent

Option 3: hideous

Option 4: buoyant


Team Careers360 4th Jan, 2024
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Team Careers360 6th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Prophetic


Solution : The correct option is the fourth option .

A clairvoyant refers to someone who claims to have a supernatural ability to see events in the future or beyond normal sensory contact. The word prophetic is the most suitable synonym among the given options, as it also relates to the ability to predict what will happen in the future.

The meanings of other words are:

  • Malevolent : This means having or showing a wish to do evil to others.
  • Hideous : This means very ugly, extremely unpleasant, or bad.
  • Buoyant : This means being able to float or being cheerful and optimistic.

Therefore, the right answer is prophetic .

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