Choose the most suitable one-word substitution for the following.
A large, confused mass of people.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
Maelstrom: It is commonly used metaphorically to describe a situation or state of confused movement or violent turmoil—specifically, a large, confused mass of people or events.
Convocation: A large formal assembly of people, specifically for a graduation ceremony or a meeting of university members. It implies order and purpose, not confusion.
Vicissitude: A change of circumstances or fortune, typically one that is unwelcome or unpleasant (e.g., "the vicissitudes of life"). It refers to a shift in state, not a mass of people.
Machination: A crafty scheme or cunning design, often with an evil intent. It refers to a plot or plan, not a physical gathering.
Option ‘B’ is the correct answer.