Question
Download Solution PDFDirection: Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
Alight
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Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is "Descend."
Key Points
- "Alight" means to descend from a train, bus, or other form of transportation. (बस, रेलगाड़ी आदि से उतरना)
- Example: The suspect alighted from the train at Euston and proceeded to Heathrow.
- Synonyms of alight include descend, disembark, and get off.
- "Descend" means to go down to a lower place; to go down something. (नीचे आना; उतरना)
- Example: The plane started to descend and a few minutes later we landed.
- The correct answer is Option 4.
Additional Information
- Option 1, Commence means to begin or start something. (आरंभ होना)
- Option 2, Earn means to receive money or compensation for work done. ((पैसा) कमाना)
- Option 3, Enlighten means to inform or educate someone about something. (अपेक्षित जानकारी देते हुए किसी बात की समझ को बढ़ाना)
Last updated on Jul 7, 2025
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