Directions Identify the words that are similar in meaning to the phrase in underline If none of opti...........

English (SSC) Idiom & Phrases

Directions: Identify the words that are similar in meaning to the phrase in underline. If none of option conveys the correct meaning, mark (E) as your answer. The options do not necessarily need to be grammatically correct.

It was during one of the darkest days of his life when he hit upon the idea that was about to change his life as well as revolutionize the world of business forever.

Device

Assume

Discover

neglect

None of the above

Explanation:

Hit on: Find unexpectedly or by inspiration.
Ex: As she watched the news she hit upon an idea for her new collection.
Device means an equipment and is incorrect.
Assume means to suppose something and is irrelevant.
Neglect means to ignore/overlook and is incorrect.
Only discover matches with the meaning given above.
Hence, option C is correct.