Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word.

He went on driving the car oblivious of the danger that awaited him.

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  1. incognizant
  2. enamoured 
  3. absolved
  4. conscious

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Option 1 : incognizant
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The correct answer is: incognizant.

Key Points

  • The word "oblivious" means not aware of or not concerned about what is happening around one. (अनभिज्ञ)
    • Example: She was oblivious to the noise around her as she read her book.
  • "incognizant" refers to lacking knowledge or awareness; unaware. (अनजान)
    • Example: He was incognizant of the fact that the deadline had passed.
  • Hence, we can infer that the synonym of 'oblivious' is 'incognizant'.

Therefore, the correct answer is: incognizant.

Additional Information

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

  • Enamoured (प्रेममग्न): Be filled with a feeling of love for.
    • Example: She was truly enamoured with the beautiful scenery.
  • Absolved (मुक्त किया हुआ): Declare (someone) free from guilt, obligation, or punishment.
    • Example: The court absolved him of all his crimes.
  • Conscious (सचेत): Aware of and responding to one's surroundings.
    • Example: She became conscious of someone watching her.
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