Question
Download Solution PDFDirection - In the following question, out of the four alternatives, the descriptive sentence is aptly described by just one word. Select the choice which gives the meaning most appropriately.
Physically and mentally dependent on a particular substance.
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Download Solution PDF- Let us look at the meaning of the correct answer:-
- Addicted (adjective) – One who has become dependent on something or drugs.
- For Example - She became addicted to alcohol and diet pills.
- Synonyms – Dependent, obsessive, obsessional, hooked on.
- Let us look at the meaning of the other words:-
| WORD | MEANING |
| Indifferent(adjective) |
having no particular interest or sympathy; unconcerned.
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| Unwilling(adjective) | not ready, eager, or prepared to do something. |
| Disinclined(adjective) | unwilling; reluctant |
Therefore, the correct one word for the descriptive sentence is Addicted.
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