Choose the appropriate word which can replace the given group of words.
A person who attacks cherished beliefs or institutions.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → Iconoclast
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) Mercenary | a soldier who fights for any country for money, or a person interested only in money | The king hired foreign mercenaries to guard the fort. |
| (2) Epicureanist | the word points to an Epicurean, a person devoted to refined pleasure, especially good food and drink (after the Greek philosopher Epicurus) | As a true Epicurean, he travelled far to taste fine food. |
| (3) Iconoclast (answer) | a person who attacks cherished beliefs, traditions or institutions | The young iconoclast questioned every tradition of the old school. |
| (4) Misogynist | a person who hates or looks down on women | The writer's misogynist remarks drew strong criticism. |