2018 · Q1
Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word/words followed by four words. Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word/words and mark your response on your Answer Sheet accordingly.
A truly respectable old man is a **ripe** person.
EnglishSynonyms
- Asenior
- Bmature
- Cperfect
- Dseasoned
Explanation
The word 'ripe' here describes a person who has reached full development, like ripe fruit ready for use. 'Mature' means fully developed in mind or character, which is the nearest equivalent. 'Senior' refers only to age or rank, 'perfect' to flawlessness, and 'seasoned' to experience gathered over time. None of these captures 'fully developed' the way 'mature' does. Hence (b) is correct.