2023 · Q11
Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words/group of words. Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response on the answer sheet accordingly.
His views on the matter are **utopian**.
EnglishSynonyms
- Arealistic
- Bideal
- Cpracticable
- Dmaterialistic
Explanation
'Utopian' describes ideas that are idealistic and impractically perfect, derived from Thomas More's 'Utopia'. In the sentence, the person's views are characterized as unrealistically ideal. Among the options, 'ideal' (B) is nearest in meaning, capturing the sense of aiming for perfection. 'Realistic' and 'practicable' are antonyms, while 'materialistic' is unrelated. Therefore option B is correct. Cross-checked with Oswaal CDS Yearwise Solved Papers.