Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
Excessive
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Exorbitant.
Given word: Excessive
Meaning: More than what is necessary, normal, or desirable.
Example: The manager was criticized for his excessive use of company resources.
Synonym/Meaning: Exorbitant
Meaning: Much too high, large, or extreme.
Example: The hotel charges an exorbitant price for a single night’s stay.
Meaning of the other words:
- Dirty – not clean or covered with unclean substances
- Scarce – insufficient in quantity or hard to find
- Cute – attractive in a pretty or endearing way
Hence, the chosen option is correct.