Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Direct/indirect

Question:

Choose the correct meaning(s) for the following word: "Malafide"

(A) after death
(B) in remembrance
(C) in bad faith
(D) with deception
(E) in good faith

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Options:

(A) and (E) only

(B) and (E) only

(C) only

(C) and (D) only

Correct Answer:

(C) and (D) only

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (4) - (C) and (D) only

The term "malafide" is derived from Latin, combining "mala" (bad) and "fide" (faith). It is used to describe actions or intentions that are done dishonestly or with deception. Therefore, the correct meanings are:

  • (C) in bad faith
  • (D) with deception