Choose the most appropriate word to fill in the blank in the given sentence:
The __________ argument humiliated the genteel lady.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is Option (4) → outrageous
Complete sentence: The outrageous argument humiliated the genteel lady. A genteel lady (polite, refined and well-mannered) would feel humiliated by a rude, shocking argument.
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) tremulous | shaking slightly because of nervousness or weakness (a nervous argument would not humiliate anyone) | She answered in a tremulous voice. |
| (2) treacherous | disloyal, betraying trust, or, of roads and weather, dangerous (it does not describe an insulting argument) | The mountain road is treacherous in winter. |
| (3) vivacious | lively and full of high spirits, a pleasant quality, used of people | The vivacious hostess kept the party going. |
| (4) outrageous (answer) | shockingly bad, offensive or unacceptable | The guest made an outrageous remark at dinner. |
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