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English Language (SBI-PO) Word Building (Antonyms & Synonyms)

In the following sentence, a word has been emboldened/underlined. Select the best alternative for the bold/underlined word from the given options.

The secretary was dismissed after it was discovered that she was stealing office supplies.

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SBI PO Prelims (02 Jan, 2022)

Probate

Harbored

Ousted

Pilferage

Intend

- The original sentence uses the word "dismissed," meaning the secretary was let go or removed from her position because of wrongdoing.

- Ousted (Option 3): Refers to being removed or expelled from a position or place. This is similar to "dismissed."

- Correct Answer

- Probate (Option 1): Relates to the legal process of validating a will. It's unrelated to dismissal.

- Harbored (Option 2): Means to give shelter or refuge. Not relevant to removal or dismissal.

- Pilferage (Option 4): Means petty theft, often of small items, like what the secretary did. It doesn't mean "dismissed."

- Intend (Option 5): Means to plan or aim. It doesn't relate to being removed from a position.

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