Q39 / 269 · NDA 2025 (Phase 1) · General Ability

Given below are words, followed by their appropriate meaning. Identify the correct meaning and mark your answer accordingly in the Answer Sheet.

Turgid:

  • A
    Determined or loyal
  • B
    Dirty or untidy
  • Correct answer
    C
    Swollen or distended
  • D
    Excited or upset

Solution

The word 'turgid' means swollen, distended, or congested. It is commonly used in biology to describe cells that are swollen with water, or in literature to describe language that is bombastic or pompous.

Therefore, the correct meaning among the given options is 'Swollen or distended'.

Answer: Swollen or distended

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.

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