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Choose the word nearest in meaning to the given word. illustrious

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Choose the word nearest in meaning to the given word.

illustrious
  1. pictorial
  2. exemplary
  3. famous
  4. dangerous

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: C - famous
Illustrious means well known and admired for past achievements, i.e. 'famous'. 'Exemplary' means serving as a model, which is a different idea.

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