Choose the one word for the given expression.
Rude and disrespectful, especially towards elders or seniors
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → Insolent
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) Indolent | lazy, not wanting to work (a lazy person need not be rude to anyone) | The indolent clerk left every file for the next day. |
| (2) Insolent (answer) | rude and disrespectful, especially towards elders or seniors | The insolent boy talked back to the principal in front of the whole class. |
| (3) Ignorant | having little knowledge or information | Many villagers were ignorant of the new scheme. |
| (4) Insistent | asking for something firmly and again and again (one can insist politely) | Meena was insistent that we stay for dinner. |