Which of the following is NOT a polysemous word for 'थामना' (to hold/support)? 1. रोकना (to stop) 2. पकड़ना (to catch) 3. सहारा देना (to support) 4. भाग्य (fate)

1. A

   3

2. B

   2

3. C

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4. D

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Appeared in: DSSSB 14 August 2024

Explanation

• The question requires identifying the word that is not a polysemous word (अनेकार्थी शब्द) for 'थामना' (to hold/support).
• The word 'थामना' has several meanings, including 'to stop' (रोकना), 'to catch/hold' (पकड़ना), and 'to support' (सहारा देना).
• The word 'भाग्य' (bhaagya) means fate or destiny.
• There is no contextual or semantic link between 'थामना' and 'भाग्य'. 'थामना' refers to a physical or metaphorical action of holding, while 'भाग्य' is an abstract concept of destiny.
• Therefore, 'भाग्य' is the only option that is not a related meaning of 'थामना'.

Why Other Options Were Wrong

• Option A: This option points to statement 3, 'सहारा देना' (to support). This is a valid meaning of 'थामना', as in supporting someone who is about to fall. Since the question asks for the word that is NOT a meaning, this is an incorrect choice.
• Option B: This option points to statement 2, 'पकड़ना' (to catch/hold). This is a direct synonym for 'थामना', as in holding someone's hand. Since the question asks for the word that is NOT a meaning, this is an incorrect choice.
• Option D: This option points to statement 1, 'रोकना' (to stop). This is a valid contextual meaning of 'थामना', as in holding back tears ('आँसू थामना'). Since the question asks for the word that is NOT a meaning, this is an incorrect choice.

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Clinical Relevance

• Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Polysemous words (Anekarthi Shabd) in Hindi as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
• This question tests general aptitude and language skills, which are part of the non-nursing section of many nursing entrance examinations.
• Strong verbal reasoning skills are essential for clear communication and understanding instructions, which is critical in any professional field, including nursing.
• What if? - If the question asked for a synonym of 'थामना', then options 1, 2, and 3 would all be plausible correct answers, making the question ambiguous. The negative framing ('NOT') is key to finding the single correct answer.

How to Approach the Question

• First, understand the core question: you need to find the 'odd one out' from the given list of words (1-4).
• Analyze the meaning of the primary word, 'थामना' (thaamna), which translates to 'to hold' or 'to support'.
• Evaluate each word in the list (1-4) to see if it can be used as a synonym or in a context similar to 'थामना'.
• 'रोकना' (rokna) means 'to stop'. Can you 'hold' something to 'stop' it? Yes, like holding back tears. This is a related meaning.
• 'पकड़ना' (pakadna) means 'to catch' or 'to hold'. This is a direct synonym.
• 'सहारा देना' (sahaara dena) means 'to give support'. This is also a direct meaning of 'थामना'.

Concept Tested & Keywords

• Concept Tested: Polysemous words (Anekarthi Shabd) in Hindi
• Stem keywords: polysemous word, अनेकार्थी शब्द, थामना
• Lead-in keywords: NOT
• Negative lead-in flag: The question asks to identify the word that is NOT a synonym or related meaning.

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