HomeTestsSearchRankProfile
mediumMCQSSC CGL2026English Language
1 mark

Select the synonym of
"to ordain"

  1. A
    to anoint
  2. B
    to retract
  3. C
    to veto
  4. D
    to void

Solution & Step-by-step Explanation

* To ordain means to make someone a priest or minister; confer holy orders on, or to officially decree/appoint someone to a position.
To anoint means to nominate or choose someone as successor to leading a position or to smear/rub with oil as part of a religious ceremony, making it closest in meaning as a synonym.

To retract means to withdraw a statement or accusation.

To veto means to exercise a rejection against a decision or proposal.

To void means to declare something to be legally void or invalid.

Practice this question

Try it yourself before checking the explanation above.

Select the synonym of
"to ordain"
A
to anoint
B
to retract
C
to veto
D
to void

Share This Question

Related Questions

Ready for a Full Test?

Practice with timed mock tests and track your performance across English Language.

Discussion