GATE CS 2025 Set 2 — Question 1

MCQ+1 / -0.33EasyVocabulary (Words, Idioms, Phrases in Context)Verbal AptitudeGeneral Aptitude

General Aptitude → Verbal Aptitude → Vocabulary (Words, Idioms, Phrases in Context)

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Question

Despite his initial hesitation, Rehman’s_________to contribute to the success of the project never wavered. Select the most appropriate option to complete the above sentence.

Correct answer (C) resolve Solution The sentence contrasts Rehman's 'initial hesitation' with a quality that 'never wavered' and contributed to the project's success. Ambivalence means having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas. While related to hesitation, saying his ambivalence never wavered would mean he remained undecided, which doesn't fit the context of contributing to success. Satisfaction refers to fulfillment, which doesn't fit the context of determination. Resolve means firm determination to do something. 'Rehman's resolve... never wavered' indicates that despite being hesitant at the start, his determination to succeed remained firm. Revolve is a verb meaning to move in a circle, which is grammatically incorrect here. Thus, resolve is the correct word. Turn this into a strength. Explore AI-powered practice and doubt support with Success Tracker.

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Correct answer (C) resolve Solution The sentence contrasts Rehman's 'initial hesitation' with a quality that 'never wavered' and contributed to the project's success. Ambivalence means having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas. While related to hesitation, saying his ambivalence never wavered would mean he remained undecided, which doesn't fit the context of contributing to success. Satisfaction refers to fulfillment, which doesn't fit the context of determination. Resolve means firm determination to do something. 'Rehman's resolve... never wavered' indicates that despite being hesitant at the start, his determination to succeed remained firm. Revolve is a verb meaning to move in a circle, which is grammatically incorrect here. Thus, resolve is the correct word.

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