Question
Download Solution PDF"Or is it some humble lay
Familiar matter of today ?"
In the above lines the word 'humble' means
This question was previously asked in
West Bengal Group C 2016 Official Paper (Held On: 05 Mar, 2017) PYP
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Option 3 : insignificant
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Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is: Option 3 i.e., "Insignificant".
Key Points
- The word "humble" means having or showing a modest or low estimate of one's importance; not grand or important. (विनम्र या मामूली)
- Example: He came from humble beginnings and worked hard to achieve success.
- The word "insignificant" means something that is not important, large, or worth considering. (तुच्छ या महत्वहीन)
- Example: The error was so insignificant that it did not affect the outcome of the project.
- Hence, the correct answer is Option 3, as "insignificant" aligns with the intended meaning of "humble" in the given context.
Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 3.
Additional Information
Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:
- Weak (कमज़ोर): Lacking physical strength or energy.
- Example: After being sick for a week, she felt weak and unable to work.
- Cowardly (कायर): Lacking courage or bravery.
- Example: His decision to run away from the problem was seen as cowardly.
- Meek (नम्र): Quiet, gentle, and submissive.
- Example: Despite his meek personality, he stood up for what was right.
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