Which one of the following sentences best explains the meaning of the word ‘Incorrigible’?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → Despite many warnings, Nitin never reached school on time.
Incorrigible means (of a person or a habit) so fixed in a bad habit that it cannot be corrected or changed. It comes from the Latin in- (not) + corrigere (to correct). Nitin was warned many times, yet he never reached school on time: the warnings were attempts to correct him, and his habit did not change.
Example: He is an incorrigible liar; no punishment has ever stopped him.
Why the Other Options are Incorrect?
Option 1: Mira can independently handle her responsibilities. — Incorrect. This shows that Mira is self-reliant (able to manage without help); it shows no bad habit at all.
Option 3: Avinash was found to be irresponsible towards his team members. — Incorrect. This shows that Avinash is irresponsible, but there is no mention of warnings or of attempts to correct him that failed.
Option 4: Mr. Gosh is the most admired musician in the academy. — Incorrect. This shows that Mr. Gosh is acclaimed (highly praised); it describes a good quality, not a fault that cannot be corrected.
The following words have also been asked in other CUET (UG) English papers:
| Word | 2026 | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| incorrigible | 15-05 S1 | – | – | 22-05 S2 | 17-08 S2 |