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Which of the following is similar to "modified," as highlighted in the passage given above?
- immutable
- incertitude
- voracious
- overhaul
Correct answer: overhaul
Solution
"Modified" means changed or altered. Among the options, "overhaul" is the closest in meaning because it implies making changes or improvements to something.
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