Choose the word which is similar in meaning to the italicized word in this sentence.

People thronged to pay homage to their departed leader.

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  1. Loyalty
  2. Tribute
  3. Humility
  4. Obedience

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Option 2 : Tribute
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The correct answer is 'Tribute'.

Key Points 

  • homage means special honour or respect shown publicly.
    • Synonyms are respect, recognition, admiration, esteem etc.
    • Example: "many villagers come here to pay homage to the Virgin"
  • Tribute means an act, statement, or gift that is intended to show gratitude, respect, or admiration.
  • After reading the word which is similar in meaning to the italicized word in this sentence is ‘Tribute’.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.

Additional Information 

  • Loyalty: the quality of being loyal.
  • Humility: the quality of having a modest or low view of one's importance.
  • Obedience: compliance with an order, request, or law or submission to another's authority.
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