Direction : Choose the word which is nearest in meaning to the given word.

NOVICE

The correct answer is Option 2)

Key Points

• The word "novice" means someone who is new to a job or activity and does not have much experience. (नवसिखुआ)
  • Example: She is a novice at playing the piano, but she is learning quickly.
• "Beginner" refers to someone who has just started learning or doing something and is not yet proficient. (शुरुआती)
  • Example: As a beginner in cooking, he often follows simple recipes.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 2 i.e. beginner.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Lavish (शानदार): Rich, elaborate, or luxurious.
  • Example: The wedding was a lavish affair with hundreds of guests.
• Close (निकट): Near in space, time, or relationship.
  • Example: We are very close friends and share everything with each other.
• Meagre (अल्प): Lacking in quantity or quality.
  • Example: His diet was meagre and lacked essential nutrients.