CDS 2025 · PYQ · Vocabulary / Word Meanings · medium
Match List I (word/expression/specialised term) with List II (meaning) and select the answer using the code given below the Lists.
List I:
A. Nadir
B. Rhapsody
C. Amble
D. Pittance
List II:
1. Walking slowly
2. Very small amount of money
3. Lowest point of something
4. Written or spoken expressions of praise
A.A-3 B-4 C-1 D-2✓ Correct
B.A-2 B-1 C-4 D-3
C.A-2 B-4 C-1 D-3
D.A-3 B-1 C-4 D-2
Explanation
Nadir refers to the lowest or most unsuccessful point in a situation (3). Rhapsody is an effusively enthusiastic or ecstatic expression of feeling — written or spoken expressions of praise (4). Amble means to walk at a slow, relaxed pace (1). Pittance refers to a very small or inadequate amount of money (2). Therefore A-3, B-4, C-1, D-2 is the correct match, corresponding to option (a).
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