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. Internecine
B. Revoke
C. Exonerate
D. Venerable
List II:
1. Officially cancelling the power of an agreement
2. To clear someone officially from an earlier accusation
3. Things occurring between people of same community
4. Valued and respected
A.A-3 B-1 C-2 D-4✓ Correct
B.A-3 B-2 C-1 D-4
C.A-4 B-2 C-1 D-3
D.A-4 B-1 C-2 D-3
Explanation
Internecine refers to conflict or things occurring between members of the same group or community (3). Revoke means to officially cancel the power or validity of an agreement, law, or decision (1). Exonerate means to officially clear someone from blame or an earlier accusation (2). Venerable means deserving great respect because of age, wisdom, or character — valued and respected (4). Therefore A-3, B-1, C-2, D-4 is the correct match, corresponding to option (a).
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