Choose the most appropriate option to fill in the blank:
The vehicle is well maintained by the owner as it is very ____ used.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → sparingly
Sparingly means in small amounts; only when needed. The vehicle is well maintained because the owner uses it very little, so "sparingly" gives the right reason.
Example: He uses salt sparingly in his cooking.
Why the Other Options are Incorrect?
Option 1: alarmingly — Incorrect. Alarmingly means in a way that causes worry or fear; it does not explain why the vehicle is in good condition.
Example: Prices have risen alarmingly this year.
Option 3: roughly — Incorrect. Roughly means without care or gentleness; rough use would damage the vehicle, which goes against "well maintained".
Example: The boys pushed the old cart roughly down the lane.
Option 4: carelessly — Incorrect. Carelessly means without enough attention or care; careless use would also harm the vehicle, not keep it well maintained.
Example: She carelessly left the door unlocked.