CDS 2024 · PYQ · Paired Words / Homophones · medium
'Stationery' and 'Stationary'
Select the option that most appropriately describes the meaning of both the words.
A.Stationery means standing still and stationary means immobile
B.Stationery means writing and office material and stationary means in station
C.Stationery means writing and office material and stationary means immobile✓ Correct
D.Stationery means standing still and stationary means writing and office material
Explanation
'Stationery' (with 'e') refers to writing and office material such as paper, pens, and envelopes. 'Stationary' (with 'a') means not moving; immobile. Hence Stationery = writing and office material; Stationary = immobile.
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