Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Foreign/Latin Words

Question:

Choose the correct meaning of the word 'mala fide' from the words given below:

Options:

Genuine

Passionate

Fraudulent

Trustworthy

Correct Answer:

Fraudulent

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) - Fraudulent

The correct meaning of the word 'mala fide' from the words given below is:  Fraudulent

The other options are incorrect:


Genuine -
This is the opposite of mala fide. Genuine means real and sincere.

Passionate - This describes someone with strong emotions, not necessarily related to honesty.
Trustworthy -
This is the antonym of mala fide. Trustworthy means reliable and dependable.

"Mala fide" is a Latin term that translates to "bad faith" and signifies dishonesty, deception, or intent to cheat.