Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Foreign/Latin Words

Question:

Select the option that best expresses the meaning of the word "Prima facie".

Options:

Based on the first impression

At a prime face

At a fair price

Based at a prime location

Correct Answer:

Based on the first impression

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (1) - Based on the first impression

PRIMA FACIE means based on first impression.

Prima facie is a Latin term that translates to “at first sight” or “based on first impression.” The phrase “prima facie” is used as an adjective or an adverb. As an adjective, prima facie describes a fact or presumption that is sufficient to be regarded as true unless otherwise disproved or rebutted.