Question

Choose the word most similar in meaning to 'Ubiquitous':

• A. Rare
• B. Omnipresent
• C. Unique
• D. Obsolete

Hint:

"Ubiquitous" comes from Latin "ubique" meaning "everywhere".

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Define 'Ubiquitous' 

The word 'ubiquitous' means being present everywhere at the same time or being very common and found in many places. 

Step 2: Evaluate Options

• [(a)] Rare: Means uncommon or seldom found, which is the opposite of ubiquitous.
• [(b)] Omnipresent: Means present everywhere at the same time, closely matching the meaning of ubiquitous.
• [(c)] Unique: Means one of a kind or unlike anything else, unrelated to being widespread.
• [(d)] Obsolete: Means outdated or no longer in use, unrelated to ubiquity.

Step 3: Select the Best Match

'Omnipresent' is the most similar in meaning to 'ubiquitous' as both describe something that is present everywhere or very common. 

Step 4: Final Answer

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