Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word/phrase nearest in meaning to the underlined word/phrase in the sentence below.

The rebels made an abortive attempt to overthrow the government.

  1. an overt

  2. a violent

  3. a secret

  4. an unsuccessful
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Abortive means failing to produce the intended result, unsuccessful, or fruitless. Option D 'unsuccessful' is the correct synonym. Option A 'overt' means open or public - unrelated. Option B 'violent' refers to force - unrelated to outcome. Option C 'secret' means hidden - unrelated to success/failure.

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