Match the words given in List-I with their meanings given in List-II:-
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List-I (Words) |
List-II (Meanings) |
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(A) Divergent |
(I) used to describe differences when one might be deceived by similarities |
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(B) Discrete |
(II) often used for contrasting opinions or ideas |
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(C) Diverse |
(III) used of different types of something |
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(D) Distinct |
(IV) different and separate, not overlapping |
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:-
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → (A)-(II), (B)-(IV), (C)-(III), (D)-(I)
| List-I | List-II | Explanation | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| (A) Divergent | (II) often used for contrasting opinions or ideas | Divergent means moving apart, differing, and is used most often of views, opinions and approaches. | The two parties hold divergent views on the new law. |
| (B) Discrete | (IV) different and separate, not overlapping | Discrete means separate and distinct, each part standing on its own. It is different from "discreet" (careful, tactful). | The course is divided into six discrete units. |
| (C) Diverse | (III) used of different types of something | Diverse means of many different kinds, varied. | India has a diverse range of cuisines. |
| (D) Distinct | (I) used to describe differences when one might be deceived by similarities | Distinct means plainly different from something else, used to stress a difference between things that may look alike. | The twins look alike but have distinct personalities. |