Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

One Word

Question:

Substitute most appropriate word for following from the given options:
Showing contemptuous indifference

Options:

contrite

pantheon

effeminate

supercilious

Correct Answer:

supercilious

Explanation:

The most appropriate word for showing contemptuous indifference is supercilious.

  • Contrite means feeling or showing sincere regret or remorse for one's wrongdoing.
  • Pantheon is a temple dedicated to all the gods of a particular religion.
  • Effeminate means having qualities or an appearance traditionally associated with women.
  • Supercilious means having or showing a feeling of arrogant superiority.