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The old manual typewriter has become completely obsolete with the widespread adoption of modern personal computers. Which word is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as used in the sentence?

  1. outdatedCevap
  2. B
    contemporary
  3. C
    damaged
  4. D
    absolute

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The word nearest in meaning to 'obsolete' is 'outdated'.
In the given sentence, 'obsolete' refers to technology that is out of date and superseded by modern advancements. 'Outdated' captures this exact meaning of being no longer current or in use.

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1
Analyze the underlined word in context
The word 'obsolete' describes a typewriter being replaced by modern computers.
Context clues ('widespread adoption of modern personal computers') indicate something that is no longer useful or current.
2
Evaluate the choices for synonym match
'outdated' directly conveys the meaning of being no longer in present use or style.
An item becomes obsolete when modern alternatives make it out of date.

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