Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Grammar: Idioms

Question:

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Rub the wrong way

Options:

Rub well without oil

Rub incorrectly

Annoy someone

Please someone

Correct Answer:

Annoy someone

Explanation:

The most appropriate meaning of the idiom "rub the wrong way" is 3. Annoy someone.

This idiom means to irritate or upset someone, often unintentionally. It is often used to describe a situation where someone's words or actions are perceived as being offensive or disrespectful.

The other options are incorrect.

  • To rub well without oil means to apply pressure to something without using any oil.
  • To rub incorrectly means to apply pressure to something in a way that is not effective or efficient.
  • To please someone means to make someone happy or satisfied.