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.

If you really want to become a comic book artist, you have to keep at it.

Nagging

Hard work

Persevere

Smart work

None of the above

Explanation:

Keep at it: To continue trying to do or achieve something, especially after initial failures or setbacks.
Ex: The crossword puzzle was difficult, but she kept at it and finally solved it.
As per the meaning stated, nagging is incorrect while hard work and smart work also do not convey the meaning properly.
Only persevere, meaning to continue to put effort into something, fits in.
Hence, option C is correct.