Question

Choose the word nearest in meaning to the word given in capital letters: DWELL

• A. move
• B. leave
• C. reside
• D. depart

Hint:

The noun forms of these words are very common in daily life: - Dwell \(\Rightarrow\) *Dwelling* (a house or place of residence). - Reside \(\Rightarrow\) *Residence* (a home). Both words describe where a person permanently settles.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Concept: We need to determine the synonym for the verb DWELL. Let's look at its primary definition:
• DWELL (verb): To live or stay as a permanent resident in a particular place; to inhabit or occupy a home. Let us review the meanings of the given choices:
• Option (A) move: Means to change place or posture; to go from one place of residence to another. This implies motion or displacement, which is the opposite of dwelling.
• Option (B) leave: Means to go away from a place. This is a clear antonym to staying or living in a place.
• Option (C) reside: Means to have one's permanent home in a particular place, or to live in a specified location. This matches the definition of "dwell" perfectly.
• Option (D) depart: Means to leave or start a journey. It is synonymous with "leave" and opposite in meaning to "dwell". Since "reside" directly shares the definition of making a place one's home, it is the word nearest in meaning to "dwell".