Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word or phrase closest in meaning to the word in bold letters.

Abstinent

  1. To fasting

  2. Fasting

  3. For fasting

  4. None of these
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Abstinent means refraining from indulging in something, particularly food, drink, or other pleasures. While 'fasting' is a specific form of abstinence involving abstaining from food, the term abstinent has broader applications. However, in the context of this question pattern where nominal forms are tested, 'fasting' is accepted as the closest simple equivalent.

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