Which word best replaces the underlined word in the sentence?
The chef used a wonderful blend of spices to flavour the dish.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. an exotic.
Given word: Exotic
Meaning: Unusual, striking, or originating from a foreign country.
Example: The restaurant is famous for serving exotic dishes from around the world.
Synonyms: Rare, unusual, foreign
Meaning: These synonyms also highlight the sense of uniqueness and distinctiveness.
Example: The market sold rare spices; her dress looked unusual yet beautiful; the painting had a foreign charm.
Meaning of the other words:
A bland – Tasteless, lacking strong flavour.
An essential – Absolutely necessary, fundamental.
A supernatural – Beyond natural explanation, related to mystical forces.
Hence, the chosen option will be correct.