Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

Wavering

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  1. Sickly
  2. Drenching
  3. Fluctuating
  4. Unconvincing

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Option 3 : Fluctuating
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The correct answer is 'Fluctuating'.

Key Points

  •  The given word 'wavering' means to vacillate irresolutely between choices; fluctuate in opinion, allegiance, or direction. (विकल्पों के बीच अनिश्चित रूप से ढुलमुल होना: राय, निष्ठा या दिशा में उतार-चढ़ाव)
    • Example: His mind is so wavering to choose or decide between the two given options.
  • The marked option 'Fluctuating' means to change frequently from one thing to another.(बार-बार उतार-चढ़ाव होना)
  • From the given meaning and example sentence, it is obvious that 'Wavering' and 'Fluctuating' are synonyms.
  • Thus, the correct answer is option 3.

Additional Information

  • Let's look at the meaning of the other words given in options:-
    • Sickly - often ill; in poor health. (अक्सर बीमार; कमज़ोर स्वास्थ्य)
    • Drenching - wet thoroughly; soak. (अच्छी तरह से गीला; डुबाना)
    • Unconvincing - failing to make someone believe that something is true or valid. (किसी को यह विश्वास दिलाने में असफल होना कि कुछ सत्य या मान्य है)
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