Match the words in List-I with their synonyms in List-II.
| List-I (Words) | List-II (Synonyms) |
|---|---|
| (A) Intransigent | (I) Concise |
| (B) Parsimonious | (II) Stingy |
| (C) Jaded | (III) Unyielding |
| (D) Pithy | (IV) Weary |
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → (A)-(III), (B)-(II), (C)-(IV), (D)-(I)
| List-I | List-II | Explanation | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| (A) Intransigent | (III) Unyielding | Intransigent means refusing to change one’s views or to agree. Unyielding means not giving way at all. They are synonyms. | The two neighbours stayed intransigent about the parking spot, so the society secretary had to step in. |
| (B) Parsimonious | (II) Stingy | Parsimonious means very unwilling to spend money. Stingy means not wanting to spend or give money. They are synonyms. | The parsimonious shopkeeper switched off the fan as soon as a customer left. |
| (C) Jaded | (IV) Weary | Jaded means tired and bored after having too much of something. Weary means very tired. They are synonyms. | After ten wedding functions in one month, Meera felt jaded. |
| (D) Pithy | (I) Concise | Pithy means short but full of meaning. Concise means giving a lot of meaning in a few words. They are synonyms. | The principal’s pithy speech lasted two minutes, and everyone still remembers it. |