Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
The effect of the new policy on the masses is rather negligible.
A. unimportant B. useful C. insignificant D. negligent
Correct Answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is C. insignificant.
* "Negligible" means very small or unimportant. * "Insignificant" is the closest synonym to "negligible" in this context, as it also implies a very small or unimportant effect.
Therefore, the sentence "The effect of the new policy on the masses is rather insignificant" is the most accurate translation.
