If '→' denotes increasing order of intensity, then the meaning of the words
[charm → enamor → bewitch] is analogous to [bored → ________ weary].
Which one of the given options is appropriate to fill the blank?
Analogy Explanation
The question presents an analogy based on increasing intensity. The first set of words, 'charm → enamor → bewitch', shows a progression from a mild positive feeling (charm) to a stronger one (enamor), and finally to an intense, captivating state (bewitch).
We need to find a word that fits the same pattern of increasing intensity in the sequence: 'bored → ________ → weary'.
The sequence starts with 'bored' (lack of interest) and ends with 'weary' (extreme tiredness, often mental or physical, due to prolonged exposure or effort). The blank should represent a state that is more intense than 'bored' but less intense than 'weary'.
Option Analysis
- jaded: This word means tired, bored, or lacking enthusiasm, typically after having had too much of something. It signifies a state beyond simple boredom, where one feels dulled or exhausted by excess, leading towards weariness. This fits the intensity progression.
- baffled: This means confused or perplexed. It does not relate to the intensity of boredom or resulting tiredness.
- dead: This signifies the absolute end state, far more extreme than 'weary'. It does not fit the gradual increase in intensity.
- worsted: This means defeated or outdone, typically in a competition. It is unrelated to the concepts of boredom and weariness.
Therefore, 'jaded' best completes the analogy by representing an intensified state between 'bored' and 'weary'.
Important Questions from Analogy
Select the option that is related to the third number in the same way as the second number is related to the first number.
12 : 60 :: 16 : ?
Select the option that is related to the third number in the same way as the second number is related to the first number.
16 : 144 :: 28 : ?
Select the set in which the numbers are related in the same way as are the numbers of the following sets.
(NOTE: Operations should be performed on the whole numbers, without breaking down the numbers into its constituent digits. E.g. 13 - Operations on 13 such as adding / subtracting /multiplying etc. to 13 can be performed. Breaking down 13 into 1 and 3 and then performing mathematical operations on 1 and 3 is not allowed)
(42, 18, 3)
(36, 14, 4)
Select the option that is related to the fifth letter-cluster in the same way as the second letter-cluster is related to the first letter-cluster and the fourth letter-cluster is related to the third letter-cluster.
ABILITY : LIBAYTI : : CHRONIC : ORHCCIN : : HEAVILY : ?
Select the set in which the numbers are related in the same way as are the numbers of the following set.
(NOTE: Operations should be performed on the whole numbers, without breaking down the numbers into its constituent digits.)
(4, 50, 6)
(13, 128, 3)
