Directions : In the following questions, out of the four alternatives, select the word nearest in meaning to the words given.

PREDICT

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  1. Explain
  2. Foretell
  3. Assert
  4. Observe

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Option 2 : Foretell
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The correct answer is: Option 2 (Foretell).

Key Points

  • The word "Predict" means to say that something will happen in the future, often based on information or evidence. (पूर्वानुमान लगाना)
    • Example: The weather forecast predicts rain for tomorrow.
  • "Foretell" refers to predicting or stating something before it happens, often based on intuition, evidence, or supernatural insight. (भविष्यवाणी करना)
    • Example: The fortune-teller foretold great success in his career.
  • Hence, "Foretell" is the closest in meaning to "Predict".

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 2 (Foretell).

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

  • Explain (समझाना): To make something clear or easy to understand by describing or giving information about it.
    • Example: Can you explain how this machine works?
  • Assert (दृढ़ता से कहना): To state a fact or belief confidently and forcefully.
    • Example: He asserted his innocence in the matter.
  • Observe (देखना/पर्यवेक्षण करना): To watch carefully the way something happens or the way someone behaves, especially to learn more about it.
    • Example: We observed the birds migrating to warmer regions.
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