Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined word:

The insurmountable pressure at his workplace made him quit his job.

something that is too great to overcome

The correct answer is Option (2) - something that is too great to overcome

• "Insurmountable" means something so challenging, intense, or immense that it cannot be overcome or conquered.
• In this context, the "insurmountable pressure" refers to pressure that is too overwhelming for the person to handle, leading to their decision to quit the job.

OTHER OPTIONS

1. "Something that makes one miserable": While the pressure might make the person miserable, the word specifically means it is unbeatable or impossible to overcome, not just causing misery.
2. "Something that is indifferent": This does not relate to the meaning of "insurmountable."
3. "Something that is unnecessary": This is unrelated to the context of insurmountable, which refers to an overwhelming challenge.