Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the underlined group of words.

My uncle is someone who loves good food and knows a lot about it.

The correct answer is option 2), i.e., 'Gourmet.'

Key Points

• The context of the sentence is that the speaker's uncle loves good food and has knowledge about good food.
• Let's look at the meaning of the marked option:
  • Gourmet - a person who is knowledgeable about good food and drink. (भोजन एवं पेय से संबंधित ज्ञानवान)
• Example:
  • The couple shares a love of gourmet cooking.
• ​Let's look at the meanings of the other given options:​
  • Connoisseur - an expert in a particular field, especially in matters of art or taste. (कला या स्वाद के मामलों में विशेषज्ञ)
  • Chauffeur - a person employed to drive a private or hired car. (निजी या किराए पर ली गई कार चलाने के लिए नियुक्त व्यक्ति)
  • Culinary - related to cooking or the kitchen. (रसोई खाने पकाने से संबंधित)
• Hence, from the given meanings, we find that 'Gourmet' is the correct one-word substitute.
• So, the correct answer is option 2.