GATE DA 2024 Set 1 — Question 1
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If ‘→’ denotes increasing order of intensity, then the meaning of the words
[sick → infirm → moribund] is analogous to [silly → _______ → daft].
Which one of the given options is appropriate to fill the blank?
[sick → infirm → moribund] is analogous to [silly → _______ → daft].
Which one of the given options is appropriate to fill the blank?
Correct answer
(D) vain
Solution
The sequence [sick infirm moribund] represents an increasing intensity of a negative physical state (illness), where all words are adjectives.The second sequence is [silly _______ daft]. These words relate to a lack of wisdom or foolishness.Let's analyze the options based on parts of speech:
(A) frown: Verb or Noun.
(B) fawn: Verb (to flatter) or Noun (young deer/color).
(C) vein: Noun.
(D) vain: Adjective.Since "silly" and "daft" are adjectives, the missing word must also be an adjective to maintain the analogy's structure. "Vain" is the only adjective among the options. Additionally, "vain" can imply a lack of substance or worth, fitting the theme of foolishness or emptiness.
(A) frown: Verb or Noun.
(B) fawn: Verb (to flatter) or Noun (young deer/color).
(C) vein: Noun.
(D) vain: Adjective.Since "silly" and "daft" are adjectives, the missing word must also be an adjective to maintain the analogy's structure. "Vain" is the only adjective among the options. Additionally, "vain" can imply a lack of substance or worth, fitting the theme of foolishness or emptiness.
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