Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four options. Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word.

The police officer tried to $$\underline {intimidate} $$ the witness but in vain.

Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four options. Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word.

We must adopt $$\underline {drastic} $$ measures to control population growth.

Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four options. Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word.

He is extremely $$\underline {meticulous} $$ in his approach.

Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four options. Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word.

The experts' $$\underline {minute} $$ examination brought to light some important clues.