Directions: Given below are some idioms/phrases followed by four alternative meanings to each. Select the response, (a), (b), (c) or (d), which is the most appropriate meaning and mark your response on the Answer Sheet accordingly.
Idiom Explanation: Bad Blood
This question asks to identify the correct meaning of the English idiom "Bad blood" from the given options.
Understanding the Idiom "Bad Blood"
The idiom "Bad blood" refers to a state of animosity, resentment, or ill feeling between two or more people or groups. It typically implies a lingering hostility often originating from a past disagreement or quarrel.
Analyzing the Options Provided
Let's examine each alternative meaning:
- Option 1: Feelings of hatred between people - This definition accurately captures the essence of "Bad blood", indicating strong negative emotions and enmity between individuals or groups.
- Option 2: A situation which goes from bad to worse - This describes a scenario where conditions are continuously deteriorating. While related to negativity, it doesn't specifically refer to interpersonal hatred. This is often described by the idiom "going from bad to worse".
- Option 3: A fatal accident - This refers to a deadly accident. The idiom "Bad blood" is unrelated to accidents.
- Option 4: To accept the unpleasant situation - This suggests resignation or tolerance towards something negative. "Bad blood" implies active negative feelings, not passive acceptance.
Determining the Correct Meaning
Comparing the idiom's definition with the options, Option 1 is the only one that correctly defines the meaning of "Bad blood" as underlying hostility or hatred between people.
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