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प्रश्न
For the word, a contextual sentence is given. Pick the word from the alternatives given, that is most inappropriate in the given context.
PARSIMONIOUS: The evidence was constructed parsimonious scraps of information.
पर्याय
Prevalent
Penurious
Thrifty
Altruistic
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उत्तर
Parsimonious means not willing to spend money or give something.
Therefore, Altruistic is the correct option.
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