English Grammar - Synonyms and Antonyms

English Grammar
English Grammar - Synonyms and Antonyms

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word: DELETERIOUS


Options:

  1. Harmful
  2. Useful
  3. Comforting
  4. Helpful

Right Answer: Harmful

The word 'deleterious' is an adjective that means causing harm or damage, especially in a gradual or subtle way, often used in formal or scientific contexts to describe negative effects on health, the environment, or systems. Among the given options, 'Harmful' is the closest synonym, as both words convey the sense of causing injury or damage. 'Useful' and 'Helpful' are near-opposites, denoting beneficial qualities, while 'Comforting' suggests providing solace, which is unrelated in meaning. Therefore, recognizing the negative connotation embedded in 'deleterious' allows us to correctly match it with 'Harmful'. The correct answer is option 1, Harmful.

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