Question : Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with a blank that is to be filled in with an appropriate word. Four alternatives are suggested; choose the correct alternative out of them as your answer.
He quarrelled with his boss___________of the consequences.
Option 1: confident
Option 2: devoid
Option 3: heedless
Option 4: weary
Correct Answer: heedless
Solution : The correct choice is the third option.
Heedless means showing a reckless lack of care or attention; carelessness. This is the correct answer, as it indicates that the person quarrelled without paying attention to or caring about the consequences.
The meanings of the other options are as follows:
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Confident: Feeling or showing confidence in oneself; self-assured.
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Devoid: Entirely lacking or free from.
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Weary: Feeling or showing tiredness, especially as a result of excessive exertion or lack of sleep.
Therefore, the correct sentence is: "He quarrelled with his boss, heedless of the consequences."
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