Question

Identify the word closest in meaning to the underlined word.

Stephen triumphed over his sickness because of his strong will.

• A. Won
• B. Fought
• C. Strengthened
• D. Lost

Answer 1

The correct option is A Won

Synonyms are words which have the same or nearly the same meaning in the same language. Option A)won is correct as both "triumphed" and "won" means to be successful or victorious in (a contest or conflict).

The other options are incorrect as fought, strengthened, and lost mean to take part in a violent struggle involving the exchange of physical blows or the use of weapons, make or become stronger and unable to find one's way; not knowing one's whereabouts, respectively.