The antonym of 'Aakarshan' (Attraction) is:

Appeared in: NVS Staff Nurse - 2019

Explanation

The question asks for the antonym (opposite) of the word 'Aakarshan', which means 'Attraction'.
Attraction is a force or feeling that pulls entities together.
The direct opposite of a pulling force is a pushing force, which is defined as 'Repulsion'.
In physics, this principle is seen with magnets and electric charges, where like poles/charges repel and opposite poles/charges attract.
Therefore, 'Repulsion' is the correct antonym for 'Attraction'.

Option B: This option includes 'Detraction'. Detraction means to belittle or diminish the reputation of someone or something. It is not the direct opposite of attraction.
Option C: The prefix 'co-' implies 'together' or 'mutual'. Therefore, 'co-attraction' would mean attracting together, which is a form of attraction, not its opposite.
Option D: Both 'Attraction' and 'Pulling' are synonyms or have very similar meanings to the original word 'Aakarshan'. The question asks for an antonym, not a synonym.

Clinical Relevance

Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Antonyms and Vocabulary as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
This question tests general English vocabulary, which is a common component of nursing entrance examinations to assess verbal and communication skills.
A strong vocabulary is crucial for nurses for clear and effective communication with patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals, as well as for accurately understanding and documenting medical information.
What if the question asked for a synonym? In that case, 'Attraction/Pulling' would be the correct choice as it has the same meaning as 'Aakarshan'.

How to Approach the Question

First, identify the core task: the question asks for the 'antonym' of 'Aakarshan'.
Note the meaning provided in the question: 'Aakarshan' means 'Attraction'.
Define 'antonym' in your mind: a word with the opposite meaning.
Consider the concept of 'Attraction' (to pull together) and think of its direct opposite (to push apart).
Evaluate each option against this opposite concept.
Option A, 'Repulsion', means to push away, which is the direct opposite of attraction.

Concept Tested & Keywords

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