English Synonyms Synonyms Question #6264 (CAT-I)

Identify the word nearest in meaning to 'TUMULT':

A Accord
B Addition
C Haste
D Criterion
Correct Answer & Explanation
Option C
• 'Tumult' means a state of noisy confusion, disorder, or rush (হুড়োহুড়ি বা বিশৃঙ্খলা). • 'Haste' (along with bustle, flurry, stir) shares the concept of hurried, excited movement and agitation. • 'Accord' means harmony, 'addition' means adjunct, and 'criterion' means standard.