Select the option that is similar in meaning to the underlined word.

The president's concern for the homeless people was superficial and ended as soon as the media left the event.

The correct answer is: Shallow

Key Points

• Superficial: Concerned only with what is obvious or apparent not thorough or complete. (केवल वही जो स्पष्ट या स्पष्ट है, संपूर्ण या पूर्ण नहीं है)
• Let us look at the meaning of the given words.
  • Shallow: Of little depth, not in an elaborate manner. (थोड़ी गहराई का, विस्तृत तरीके से नहीं)
  • Derogatory: Showing a critical or disrespectful attitude. (आलोचनात्मक या अपमानजनक रवैया दिखाना)
  • Regardless: Having or showing no regard; heedless. (कोई संबंध नहीं होना या दिखाना; असावधान)
  • Insubstantial: Not existing as a physical person or thing. (भौतिक व्यक्ति या वस्तु के रूप में विद्यमान नहीं)
• So, It is clear that 'Superficial' and 'Shallow' are similar in meaning.

Therefore the correct answer is option 1.​