Choose the correct word from the options given to complete the sentence:
The teacher was taken aback when Rohini, known for her graciousness greeted her __________.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → disdainfully
Complete sentence: The teacher was taken aback when Rohini, known for her graciousness greeted her disdainfully. The teacher was taken aback (surprised and shocked) because Rohini, known for her graciousness (kindness and good manners), greeted her in the opposite way, with scorn.
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) cleverly | in an intelligent or skilful way (a clever greeting would not shock the teacher or go against Rohini's usual graciousness) | The thief cleverly escaped through the back door. |
| (2) disdainfully (answer) | scornfully, in a way that shows one thinks someone is not worth respect | She looked disdainfully at the cheap gift. |
| (3) secretly | without other people knowing (a greeting is made openly, and secrecy has nothing to do with graciousness) | They secretly planned a party for her. |
| (4) affably | in a friendly and pleasant way (this is how a gracious person would greet someone, so it would not take the teacher aback) | The host greeted every guest affably. |
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