Select the option in which the usage of the given word is INCORRECT or INAPPROPRIATE. RIGHT
He tried to right hatred in them by telling them falsehoods about minority groups.
Understanding the Word 'Right'
The word 'right' has several meanings. It can refer to something that is morally good, true, or correct. It can also mean to correct something that is wrong or to restore something to an upright position. Additionally, 'right away' means immediately.
Analyzing the Usage in Each Option
Let's examine how 'right' is used in each sentence provided:
- Option 2:
You were quite right to refuse this assignment.
In this sentence, 'right' means correct or justified. This is an appropriate usage. - Option 3:
The driver quickly righted the car after it skidded.
Here, 'righted' means to restore the car to its upright position. This is a correct usage. - Option 4:
I will come right away, without any delay.
'Right away' is an idiom meaning immediately. This is also a correct and common usage.
Identifying the Incorrect Usage
Option 1 presents an inappropriate use of the word 'right':
- Option 1:
He tried to right hatred in them by telling them falsehoods about minority groups.
While 'right' can mean to correct something wrong, the method described here—telling falsehoods—is unethical and morally wrong. You cannot genuinely 'right' a wrong (like hatred) by employing morally incorrect actions. Spreading lies is not a morally sound way to correct attitudes or situations, making the use of 'right' in this context inappropriate and contradictory. The action contradicts the intended meaning of rectification or moral correction.
Therefore, the sentence that uses the word 'right' incorrectly or inappropriately is Option 1.
Important Questions from Correct Usage of Word
Directions: Given below is a word, followed by three sentences that consist of that word. Identify the sentence(s) that express(es) the meaning of the word.
REVISED
A. The college has revised its plans because of local objections.
B. The revised proposal will be presented to the board for discussion at Tuesday's meeting.
C. The judge was revised in the newspapers for his opinions on rape.
Directions: Given below is a word, followed by three sentences that consist of that word. Identify the sentence(s) that express(es) the meaning of the word.
DEFY
A. The brave young woman decided to defy the rules and pursue her dreams.
B. His actions openly defied the authority of the government.
C. The officer was convicted for refusing to defy orders
Directions: Given below is a word, followed by three sentences that consist of that word. Identify the sentence(s) that express(es) the meaning of the word.
HANDLE
A. She carefully held the handle of the door.
B. The detective found a crucial piece of evidence with his keen handle on the case.
C. He couldn't handle the pressure and decided to quit.
Select the option in which the usage of the given word is INCORRECT or INAPPROPRIATE.
EXPECT
Select the segment in which a word has been INCORRECTLY used.
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