Question

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

• A. abundance
• B. little
• C. single
• D. handful

Hint:

Look for the prefix Multi-, which always means *many* or *much* (e.g., multiply, multiple, multicultural). Knowing this root immediately helps eliminate options like *single* or *little*.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Concept: The objective is to identify the synonym for the noun MULTITUDE.
• MULTITUDE (noun): A large number of people or things; a vast gathering or a great quantity of something. It shares its linguistic root with words like *multiply* and *multiple*. Let us review the definitions of each option:
• Option (A) abundance: Means a very large quantity or an overflowing supply of something. This aligns well with the concept of a great number or volume implied by "multitude".
• Option (B) little: Indicates a small size or minute quantity. This is an antonym.
• Option (C) single: Means only one. This is the absolute opposite of a large group or collection.
• Option (D) handful: Means a small number or quantity that can be easily contained or counted. This stands in contrast to the vast scale of a multitude. Since Options (B), (C), and (D) represent tiny or individual quantities, "abundance" is the only choice that matches the large-scale meaning of "multitude".