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Directions: Match List I with List II and select the answer using the code given below the Lists:

List I
(Word/Expression)
List II
(Meaning)
A. Impugn1. Meaningless words
B. Spew2. Expressing doubts about something
C. Harangue3. Flowing out of something in a forceful way
D. Gibberish4. Aggressive lecturing


Code:
A B C D

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CDS 2 2025 Maths Question Paper (14-Sep-2025)
The correct answer is
2 3 4 1

Matching Words List I with List II

This question requires matching words from List I with their appropriate meanings provided in List II. Let's break down each word from List I and find its correct match in List II.

List I Word Analysis:

  • A. Impugn: This word means to challenge the truth, validity, or honesty of something. It involves expressing doubts or questioning someone's integrity or a statement's accuracy.
  • B. Spew: This term typically refers to ejecting or pouring out something in large quantities, often forcefully. It can describe liquids or even strong emotions being expressed intensely.
  • C. Harangue: A harangue is a long, aggressive, and critical speech or piece of writing. It's essentially a forceful, often public, lecture or tirade.
  • D. Gibberish: This refers to speech or writing that is nonsensical, unintelligible, or meaningless. It's essentially random or confused talk.

List II Meaning Analysis:

  • 1. Meaningless words
  • 2. Expressing doubts about something
  • 3. Flowing out of something in a forceful way
  • 4. Aggressive lecturing

Matching Process:

By comparing the meanings, we can establish the following matches:

  • A. Impugn best matches with 2. Expressing doubts about something.
  • B. Spew aligns well with 3. Flowing out of something in a forceful way.
  • C. Harangue corresponds directly to 4. Aggressive lecturing.
  • D. Gibberish is synonymous with 1. Meaningless words.

Summary Table:

List I (Word) List II (Meaning) Match Code
A. Impugn 2. Expressing doubts about something 2
B. Spew 3. Flowing out of something in a forceful way 3
C. Harangue 4. Aggressive lecturing 4
D. Gibberish 1. Meaningless words 1

Selecting the Correct Code:

Based on the established matches (A-2, B-3, C-4, D-1), the correct code sequence is 2 3 4 1.

Therefore, the option that represents this sequence is the correct answer.

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