Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Fill Blanks

Question:

Fill in the blank with the correct word from the options given below:-

Her calm demeanour during the crisis was _____; she managed to inspire confidence in everyone.

Options:

unsettling

dismissive

reassuring

indifferent

Correct Answer:

reassuring

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) → reassuring

  • Reassuring means restoring confidence, making someone feel less anxious or fearful.

  • The second part of the sentence, "she managed to inspire confidence in everyone," directly supports the idea that her calm demeanour had a positive, confidence-boosting effect, which is the definition of reassuring.

Other Options: 

  • Unsettling: Means causing unease or nervousness. This is the opposite of inspiring confidence.

  • Dismissive: Means showing that something or someone is unworthy of consideration. This would likely cause lack of confidence.

  • Indifferent: Means having no particular interest or sympathy. This wouldn't inspire confidence.