Which of the following words is a synonym for 'hover'?

English Mcqs for PPSC, FPSC, NTS, and Pakistan government job tests. Select an option below, then read the explanation.

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Published
31 May 2018
Last updated
28 May 2026

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Explanation

'Hover' means to remain suspended or float in one spot in the air, which corresponds to option A. The other options describe different actions: B refers to gentle shaking, C to covering something carefully, and D to sinking beneath a surface.

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