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Question : Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word in the given sentence.

Let us adjourn the meeting here, as it is lunchtime now.

Option 1: Postpone

Option 2: Prohibit

Option 3: Stimulate

Option 4: Expedite


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Correct Answer: Postpone


Solution : The first option is the correct answer.

Adjourn means to end or suspend a meeting and postpone aligns closely with this meaning, as it involves delaying or rescheduling an event.

The meanings of the other options are as follows:

  • Prohibit means to forbid or disallow.

  • Stimulate means to encourage or incite.

  • Expedite means to speed up or facilitate.

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