CLAT CLAT Solved Paper-2018

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    Direction: The word given in each of the sentences is used contextually. Pick the word from the alternatives given that is most inappropriate in the given context.
    Ostentation Ostentation in wealth and living styles can sometimes turn vulgar.

    A) pageantry        

    B)        display

    C) modesty         

    D)        flourish

    Correct Answer: C

    Solution :

    Sol.      [c] 'Modesty' is the inappropriate word to be used in place of ostentation because it means simplicity while other words including ostentation mean the pretentious or showy display of wealth and luxury.


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