Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word:
DELETERIOUS
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Noxious.
Given word: Deleterious
Meaning: Causing harm or damage.
Example: The deleterious effects of pollution are visible in urban air quality.
Synonym: Noxious
Meaning: Harmful, poisonous, or very unpleasant.
Example: The noxious fumes forced the workers to evacuate the site.
Meaning of the other words:
- Salutary: Producing good effects; beneficial.
- Beneficent: Doing or resulting in good.
- Propitious: Favourable or indicating good chance of success.
Hence, the chosen option is the correct synonym.