Question

Choose the word which is nearest in meaning to the given word-
Schism
a) Split
b) Conspiracy
c) Revolt
d) Ritualism

Answer 1

Hint: The dictionary meaning of the given word ‘schism' is ‘a split or division between strongly opposed sections or parties’.

Complete answer:
 The given word ‘schism' is a noun. It means the division caused by differences in opinion or belief. It is the state of a sector body formed by such division. For example The widening schism between Church leaders and politicians. In the given question we have to find the synonym of the word ‘schism’.
Now, let us examine all the given options to find out the correct answer :
Option ‘a’ is Split. It is a verb which means to break or cause to break forcibly into parts, especially into halves or along the grain.
Option ‘b’ is Conspiracy. It is a noun that means a secret plan by a group to do something unlawful or harmful. For example : The murderers built a conspiracy.
Option ‘c’ is Revolt. It is a word which means to take violent action against an established government or ruler; rebel. For example The Iceni revolted and had to be suppressed.
Option ‘d’ is Ritualism. It is a noun which means the regular observance or practice of ritual, especially when excessive or without regard to its function.
As we have analyzed all the given options we can easily figure out the correct answer. Here, the nearest meaning to the word ‘schism’ is ‘split’. Hence, the option ‘a’ is the correct option.

Note:
All the given options are plausible distractions. Don’t confuse between ‘revolt’ and ‘split’. They are both different in meaning and perform different functions.