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Question : Select the word that is closest in meaning (SYNONYM) to the word given below.
CAJOLE

Option 1: DISSUADE

Option 2: PERSUADE

Option 3: BULLY

Option 4: DISENCHANT


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Answer (1)
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Correct Answer: PERSUADE


Solution : The correct choice is the first option.

The word that is closest in meaning to "cajole" is: Persuade

The word cajole means to persuade someone through flattery, gentle urging, or insincere praise. The term often implies the use of coaxing or sweet-talking to influence someone's opinion or behaviour positively, which is similar to the meaning of persuade.

The meanings of the other options are as follows:

  • Dissuade: This means to discourage or persuade someone not to take a particular course of action.
  • Bully: This means to use force or threats to intimidate or coerce someone.
  • Disenchant: This means to disillusion or disappoint someone, often by revealing the unpleasant truth about a situation.
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