Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word in the given sentence.

He wanted to buy some books, but his purse did not permit that.

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  1. warrant
  2. patent
  3. grant
  4. tolerate

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Option 3 : grant
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The solution is grant

Key Points

  • The most appropriate synonym of the underlined word in 'He wanted to buy some books, but his purse did not permit that.' is grant. 
  • He wanted to buy some books, but his purse did not grant that.
  • Therefore option 3 is the correct option.

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  •  Let's discuss synonyms of other options.
    • Warrant - Authorization.
      • ​For example : There was no warrant for searching their house. 
    • ​​Patent - Copyright.​​
      • ​For example : She issued a write for breach of copyright. 
    • ​Tolerate - Allow, Consume.
      • ​For example : How could you tolerate so much noise.

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