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Which of the following is the most similar in meaning to 'moratorium' given in the passage?1). Deferment 2). Accurate 3). Incubus 4). Lectern

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Correct option - 1

The word 'moratorium' means, 'a temporary prohibition of an activity; ban.'

Now, find the meaning of the FOLLOWING words:-

Deferment - the action or fact of putting something off to a later time; postponement.

Accuratecorrect in all details; exact.$

Incubus - a MALE demon believed to have sexual intercourse with sleeping women.

Lectern - a TALL stand with a sloping top to hold a book or notes, from which someone, typically a preacher or lecturer, can read while standing up.

Macabre - disturbing because concerned with or CAUSING a fear of death; gruesome.

It is given at the end of the PASSAGE that fracking creates severe problems for the environment and organisms. Therefore, temporarily banning this or putting this activity off for some time will be an appropriate decision.

Hence, word deferment gives the most similar meaning to word 'moratorium'. Hence, option 1 is the correct answer.



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