Choose the appropriate synonym for the given word:
Lurid
a) Sensational
b) Hot
c) Abundant
d) Happy

Hint: A synonym is a word that shares the most exact or similar meaning to another word. Lurid describes something over-bright and exaggerated.

Complete answer:
Synonyms are words that nearly or exactly mean the same to another word. A synonym thus helps in conveying the same meaning using different words and also helps in avoiding repetition of a single word over and over in the same context.
The given term ‘lurid’ is used as an adjective to indicate something unpleasantly bright in color. It is also used to describe shocking and sensational terms.
That being the case, we can identify that ‘sensational’ in option a becomes the right synonym for ‘lurid.’ Something becomes sensational when it has gained great public attention and excitement.
Although we use ‘hot’ as slang to denote sensational topics, ‘hot’ in option b cannot be considered as a synonym to ‘lurid.’ Hence, option b is proved wrong.
Abundant is an adjective that describes something in a large, surplus quantity. This does not have any connection to ‘lurid’ and can be ruled out.
Similarly, ‘happy’ in option d is also a wrong option. Happy is the adjective that indicates the feeling of joy and contentment. It cannot be a synonym to lurid and therefore incorrect.

Note: Students should not confuse ‘lurid’ with ‘lucid.’ The latter describes something expressed clearly and vividly. It also means straight-forward.