Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Grammar: Idioms

Question:

Choose the appropriate word to substitute for the given phrase.

"Spoken or done without preparation"

Options:

Verbose

Extempore

Amateur

Verbatim

Correct Answer:

Extempore

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (2) → Extempore

(1) Verbose

  • Meaning: Using too many words; wordy.

  • Example: His speech was too verbose to hold attention.

  •  Not correct because it refers to lengthy speech, not speaking without preparation.

(2) Extempore 

  • Meaning: Spoken or done without prior preparation; impromptu.

  • Example: She gave an extempore speech at the function.

  • ✔ Correct because it matches the phrase “spoken or done without preparation.”

(3) Amateur

  • Meaning: A person who engages in something for pleasure, not professionally.

  • Example: He is an amateur photographer.

  •  Not correct because it refers to lack of professional status, not spontaneity.

(4) Verbatim

  • Meaning: Word for word; exactly as spoken or written.

  • Example: He repeated her words verbatim.

  •  Not correct because it refers to exact repetition, not impromptu speech.

Final Answer: Extempore — meaning spoken or done without preparation.