Replace the underlined words with the most suitable foreign phrase:
Ananya graduated with the highest honours from a university in the US.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is Option (4) → summa cum laude
In the given sentence, with the highest honours means with the best grade or praise that can be given. The foreign phrase for it is summa cum laude. Example: Kabir passed his music exam with the highest honours.
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) magnum opus | the greatest work of a writer, an artist or a musician | Many people think Godaan is Premchand’s magnum opus. |
| (2) tour de force | a piece of work or a performance done with great skill | The lead actor’s role in the school play was a tour de force. |
| (3) ex officio | because of the post a person holds | The principal is an ex officio member of the school board. |
| (4) summa cum laude (answer) | with the top grade of honours, used of a university degree | My cousin graduated summa cum laude in economics. |