Select the word that has the same meaning (SYNONYM) as the underlined word in the given sentence.
The doctor made a tentative diagnosis as he did not have the reports of her blood tests.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Provisional
Given word: Tentative
Meaning: Not certain or fixed; made as a temporary or initial step.
Example: They made a tentative plan to meet next week.
Synonym: Provisional
Meaning: Arranged or existing for the present time only, subject to change later.
Example: She got a provisional admission until her documents were verified.
Meaning of the other words:
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Obsolete – outdated or no longer in use
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Hazardous – dangerous or risky
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Tedious – boring or too long
Hence, the chosen option will be correct.