English · Vocabulary
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Synonym of "incense" is :
- A
Cause
- B
Exciting
- C
Irritated
- D
Enrage
The correct answer is Option C: 'Irritated'. 'Incense' means to provoke or exasperate, which aligns with the definition of 'Irritated'. Options A, B, and D are incorrect as they do not convey the same meaning as 'incense'.
'Cause' refers to something that gives rise to an action or condition, not a synonym for 'incense'.
'Exciting' means causing enthusiasm and eagerness, which is not synonymous with 'incense'.
'Irritated' fits perfectly as a synonym for 'incense' as it means showing slight anger or annoyance.
'Enrage' means to make someone very angry, which is not the same as 'incense'.
Tagged under English · Vocabulary · 2003