Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word in the given sentence.
The chubby player was clearly told to bring his corpulent body into a good shape.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. rotund.
Given word: Corpulent
Meaning: Excessively fat or obese
Example: The corpulent man struggled to climb the stairs.
Synonym: Rotund
Meaning: Round, plump, or chubby in figure
Example: The rotund child rolled on the grass laughing.
Meaning of the other options:
Lanky: Tall and thin
Deformed: Misshapen
Plush: Luxurious or rich in quality
Hence, the chosen option is the correct synonym.