Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank with the synonym of the underlined word.
The casual nature of the student destroyed his studies and ________ his future.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. ruined.
- In this context, "destroyed" means to cause severe damage or harm, particularly to the student's studies and future prospects.
- A synonym for "destroyed" that fits well in the sentence and conveys the same meaning is "ruined."
- Both "destroyed" and "ruined" suggest a significant negative impact on the student's studies and future.