Choose the correct synonym of the word 'effrontery'.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The correct answer is Option (1) → audacity
Effrontery means shameless boldness (rude behaviour that shows no respect). Its synonym is audacity.
Example: He had the effrontery to ask for a reward after breaking the window.
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) audacity (answer) | rude or shameless boldness, and in a good sense, daring (both words describe the nerve to do something bold and disrespectful) | She had the audacity to blame us for her own mistake. |
| (2) civility | politeness and good manners (nearly the opposite of effrontery) | Even in the heated debate, both speakers kept their civility. |
| (3) impetuosity | acting quickly without thinking (it is about haste, not shameless rudeness) | In his impetuosity, he resigned without another job in hand. |
| (4) affluence | wealth, having plenty of money (it has no link with behaviour) | The affluence of the area shows in its large houses. |
| Synonyms of effrontery: audacity, impudence, insolence, nerve Antonyms of effrontery: civility, courtesy, respect, politeness Also asked in CUET (UG): audacity – 12-05-2026 Slot 1, 02-06-2025 Slot 2, 21-06-2023 Slot 1, 10-06-2023 Slot 2, 30-05-2023 Slot 1 civility – 31-05-2026 Slot 2 impetuosity – 20-05-2025 Slot 2 affluence – 29-05-2026 Slot 2, 26-05-2025 Slot 1 |