Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word in the following sentence.
The new software offers a plethora of features to enhance productivity.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 4, i.e., an abundance of.
Meaning/Concept: A synonym is a word with the same or very similar meaning.
Explanation: “Plethora” means an excess or large quantity of something. An abundance of also means a large quantity or plenty of something, making it the closest synonym.
A scarcity of and a shortage of mean too little or lack.
A consequence of refers to a result or outcome.
Example/Usage: The garden had a plethora of flowers. / The garden had an abundance of flowers.
Conclusion: The most appropriate synonym of "plethora" is "an abundance of."