Question 30
HardOriginal questionMatch the words in List I with their meanings in List II.
| List I: Word | List II: Meaning |
|---|---|
| A. ephemeral | I. noticeable |
| B. melancholy | II. fleeting |
| C. conspicuous | III. sorrowful |
| D. benevolent | IV. kindly |
Choose the correct answer from the options given below.
Show the answer and explanation
CorrectNot quiteAnswer B
Correct answer: B
Explanation
Ephemeral means "fleeting": A-II.
Melancholy means "sorrowful": B-III.
Conspicuous means "noticeable": C-I.
Benevolent means "kindly": D-IV.
Worth noting
Only one option has C-I, so that pair is enough to settle it; matching the pairs you are surest of first saves time.
- Concept
- Matching words or phrases with their meanings
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