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The Word Given in the Sentence is Used Contextually. Pick the Word from the Alternatives Given that is Most Inappropriate in the Given Context. Ostentation - Ostentation in Wealth and Living Styles

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प्रश्न

The word given in the sentence is used contextually. Pick the word from the alternatives given that is most inappropriate in the given context.
OSTENTATION - Ostentation in wealth and living styles can sometimes turn vulgar.

पर्याय

  • pageantry

  • display

  • modesty

  • flourish

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उत्तर

Modesty ‘Ostentation’ means ‘extravagant display’ of wealth. All the other options contain its synonyms.
Therefore, Modesty is the correct option.

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Vocabulary (Entrance Exam)
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2017-2018 (May) Set 1

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