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The word isolated is an adjective which means cut-off or lonely. Option (a) destroyed is an adjective which means devastated. Option (b) separated from others also seems very close to the word lonely. Battered means shabby and tattered which has no connection with the word lonely. The word devastated means destroyed. Out of the given synonyms the closest to isolated is option (b) separated from others.
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Introduction:
This question is from the Defence category and tests the understanding of synonyms. The sentence states that many villagers were "isolated" by heavy showers of rain. We need to select the synonym of the word "isolated" that matches the context.
Explanation:
The word "isolated" means to be separated or cut off from others. Let's evaluate each option to determine the correct synonym.
a) Destroyed:
The word "destroyed" means to completely ruin or demolish something. It does not convey the meaning of being separated or cut off from others. Therefore, option 'a' is incorrect.
b) Separated from others:
The phrase "separated from others" accurately describes the meaning of being isolated. When villagers are isolated, they are separated or cut off from the rest of the people due to heavy showers of rain. Therefore, option 'b' is the correct synonym.
c) Battered:
The word "battered" means to be severely damaged or beaten. While heavy showers of rain can cause damage, it does not specifically imply being separated or cut off from others. Therefore, option 'c' is incorrect.
d) Devastated:
The word "devastated" means to be completely destroyed or overwhelmed with grief. While heavy showers of rain can cause devastation, it does not necessarily imply being separated or cut off from others. Therefore, option 'd' is incorrect.
Conclusion:
Among the given options, the synonym of "isolated" that matches the context of the sentence is "separated from others." Therefore, the correct answer is option 'b'.