Match the words in List I with synonyms in List II: Choose the correct answer from the options given below:List I List II A. Zest I. delight B. wicked II. mild C. venerable III. malicious D. timid IV. honored
A-I, B-III, C-IV, D-II
A. Zest → I. Delight
Zest means great enthusiasm or energy.
Delight means pleasure or joy.
Both refer to positive emotions and lively feelings, especially when engaging in something enjoyable.
✅ So, Zest → Delight
B. Wicked → III. Malicious
Wicked means morally bad, evil, or mischievous.
Malicious means intending or intended to do harm.
Both words imply negative intent or evil nature.
✅ So, Wicked → Malicious
C. Venerable → IV. Honored
Venerable means commanding respect because of age, dignity, or wisdom.
Honored means respected or held in high esteem.
Both suggest someone is highly respected, often due to their life experience or contributions.
✅ So, Venerable → Honored
D. Timid → II. Mild
Timid means showing a lack of courage or confidence; easily frightened.
Mild means gentle, not severe.
Though not exact synonyms, mild can describe a gentle or subdued personality, which partially aligns with timid behavior.
So, Timid → Mild is the closest match available.
Final Matching Answer:
| A | B | C | D |
|---|---|---|---|
| I | III | IV | II |
🟩 Correct Answer:
A → I, B → III, C → IV, D → II
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