Which of the following is not a suitable synonym for 'ghas' (grass)?

Appeared in: DSSSB 13 August 2024

Explanation

The question requires identifying the word that is not a synonym for 'ghas' (grass).
The Hindi word 'ghas' (घास) translates to grass in English.
The word 'Jal' (जल) is a formal Hindi word for water.
Water is a completely different substance from grass, therefore 'Jal' is not a synonym for 'ghas' and is the correct answer.

Option A: 'Shwas' (श्वास) means breath. While it is also not a synonym for grass, the question seeks the best fit among the given choices. 'Jal' represents a more fundamentally different concept (element vs. plant) than 'Shwas' (biological process).
Option B: 'Trin' (तृण) means a blade of grass. It is a direct synonym for 'ghas'. The question asks for a word that is NOT a synonym, making this option incorrect.
Option D: 'San' (सन) refers to hemp or jute. Although it is a plant, it is a specific type of industrial plant and not a general term for grass. While it is not a synonym, 'Jal' (water) is a more distinct and unrelated concept.

Clinical Relevance

Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Hindi Vocabulary: Synonyms and Antonyms as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
This question tests general knowledge and language skills, which are components of the non-nursing sections in many nursing entrance examinations.
Strong vocabulary and reasoning skills are essential for comprehending complex questions and scenarios across all sections of the exam.
What if the question asked for an antonym of 'ghas'?: There isn't a direct antonym for grass in the same way there is for 'hot' (cold). The concept doesn't have a natural opposite.

How to Approach the Question

First, carefully read the question and identify the keyword 'ghas' and the negative constraint 'not'.
The goal is to find the word in the options that is NOT a synonym for 'ghas' (grass).
Translate or determine the meaning of each option.
A) Shwas = breath.
B) Trin = blade of grass (a synonym).
C) Jal = water.

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