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Select the synonym of Inquire.

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This bilingual Synonyms question tests whether the learner can identify Investigate as the closest contextual equivalent of Inquire. It develops meaning-based selection rather than superficial familiarity by comparing one accurate synonym with three plausible distractors. The verified lexical pair is Inquire and Investigate.

APerfect
BInvestigate
CSterile
DLament
Correct Answer: InvestigateYour Answer: B

Explanation

The word Inquire and the word Investigate share the same central sense in the context tested by the question, although usage, tone and grammatical form should still be checked before substituting one for the other. A synonym is not required to be identical in every possible sentence; it must preserve the intended meaning in the relevant context. Here, replacing Inquire with Investigate keeps the core idea intact without reversing the tone or changing the action, quality or state expressed by the target word. The alternatives Perfect, Sterile and Lament do not express the same central meaning as Inquire. This distinction matters because competitive examinations often place one accurate synonym beside three familiar but contextually unsuitable words. If the sentence retains its essential meaning and grammatical structure, the synonym relationship is supported. Learners should revise Inquire together with Investigate, a brief usage cue and the contrasting distractors.

Important Notes

  • The central meaning of Inquire is preserved when Investigate replaces it in this context.
  • Check the part of speech of Inquire and Investigate before sentence substitution.
  • The options Perfect, Sterile, Lament do not match the tested meaning of Inquire.
  • Revision pair for this item: Inquire — Investigate.

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What is the closest synonym of Inquire?

Investigate is the closest synonym in this question.

Why does Investigate match Inquire?

It preserves the central contextual meaning and grammatical role tested in the item.

Can synonyms always replace each other?

No. Tone, collocation and context can limit substitution even when central meanings are close.

How should Inquire be revised?

Learn the pair Inquire — Investigate with a short example sentence and contrast it with the distractors.

What are Synonyms and why are they important for competitive exams?

Synonyms are words that have the same or similar meanings. For example: Happy and Joyful are synonyms. Synonym questions are asked in English sections of SSC CGL, IBPS Bank PO, SBI PO, Railway NTPC, UPSC CSAT, and all state government exams. These questions test vocabulary. Format: A word is given and candidates choose the word with the most similar meaning from four options.

What are the commonly asked Synonym pairs in competitive exams?

Commonly asked Synonyms in SSC and Banking exams: Abate - Reduce, Belligerent - Aggressive, Candid - Frank/Honest, Dexterous - Skillful, Eminent - Distinguished/Notable, Fervent - Passionate, Garrulous - Talkative, Haughty - Arrogant, Impede - Obstruct/Hinder, Jovial - Cheerful/Merry, Kindle - Ignite/Arouse, Languid - Listless/Sluggish. Learning 10-15 new synonyms daily is highly recommended.

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