If '→' denotes increasing order of intensity, then the meaning of the words
[drizzle → rain → downpour] is analogous to [ ________ → quarrel → feud].
Which one of the given options is appropriate to fill the blank?
Analogy Reasoning: Identifying Increasing Intensity
The question presents an analogy based on the concept of increasing intensity.
- The first sequence, $drizzle → rain → downpour$, shows precipitation levels increasing in intensity from light (drizzle) to moderate (rain) to heavy (downpour).
- The second sequence, $[ ________ → quarrel → feud ]$, must follow the same pattern of increasing intensity, but related to conflict or arguments.
Analyzing Conflict Intensity
We need to find a word for the blank that represents a lower level of conflict intensity than 'quarrel', just as 'drizzle' is less intense than 'rain'. Let's examine the options:
- bicker: To argue over trivial matters. This signifies a low-intensity disagreement.
- $bog$: To hinder or get stuck. Unrelated to arguments.
- $dither$: To hesitate or be indecisive. Unrelated to arguments.
- $dodge$: To evade or avoid. Unrelated to arguments.
Selecting the Correct Analogy Word
Comparing the intensity levels:
- Bicker (low intensity argument) → Quarrel (moderate intensity argument) → Feud (high intensity, prolonged conflict).
This sequence matches the pattern of increasing intensity established by the first sequence (drizzle → rain → downpour).
Therefore, 'bicker' is the appropriate word to fill the blank.
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