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English question from High Court exam, 2026 by JKSSB

Replace the underlined word with its synonym to make the sentence more meaningful:

"Narcotic drug addiction is in vogue these days, as it is the most popular form of substance abuse."

Last updated Jul 23, 2026
Correct Answer: Option D — Fashion
Explanation:
"In vogue" means to be popular, trendy, or currently in fashion.

Fashion is a direct synonym for "vogue" in this context (i.e., "Narcotic drug addiction is in fashion these days...").

Meanings of other options:
Demand: The desire or need for something.

Obscurity: The state of being unknown or inconspicuous.

Standard: A level of quality or an accepted norm.
Answer verified by Quintessence Classes faculty — Karan Nagar, Srinagar.

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JKSSB High Court 2026

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Exam JKSSB
Recruitment High Court
Year 2026
Subject English
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