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Rajeev Kumar

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· 1 Months ago

Please explain synonyms,antonyms,ows, idioms with example.

Question:
DIRECTIONS: Out of the four alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word.
BEHEST
Options:
A) attach
B) command
C) harm
D) see
Solution:
Ans: (b) 'Behest' means an authoritative command. So (B) 'command' is the right synonym.

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· 1 Months ago

Thanks to ask for detailed explanation.

Use of Behest:
The budget proposal was adopted at the mayor's behest.

Use of Command:
The command was given to cease fire .
The general was relieved of his command in 1941.
Regiments are usually commanded by a colonel and are sometimes made up of soldiers from a particular city or part of the country.
We could hear the sergeant bellowing commands to his troops.
He obeys her every command.

Use of Attach:
Make sure the rope is firmly attached before attempting to climb down it.
The babies in this unit have various devices attached to them which monitor the vital signs.
Did you remember to attach a label to the present?
I bought some special glue you can use for attaching sequins to fabric.
Attach the long nozzle to the vacuum cleaner if you want to clean in awkward places.

Use of Harm:
There's no harm in applying for other jobs, but if I were you, I wouldn't advertise the fact at work.
Huge projects designed to aid poorer countries can sometimes do more harm than good.
I'm sure he's well-intentioned - he wouldn't mean any harm.
Modernizing historic buildings can often do more harm than good.
Should any harm befall me on my journey, you may open this letter.

Use of See:
I saw him this morning.
Have you seen Angela?
If you see Nicky say hello from me.
I've seen a few houses but none that I've really liked.
I haven't seen any shoes that I've wanted to buy.

Hope it helps.
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