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.
It is ____ that those who expect clemency from others are seldom merciful themselves.
Option 1: paradoxical
Option 2: strange
Option 3: stupid
Option 4: repulsive
Correct Answer: paradoxical
Solution : The first option is the correct choice.
Paradoxical means something that appears contradictory and fits perfectly in the sentence.
The meanings of the other options are:
- Strange means something unusual.
- Stupid means lacking judgement and intelligence.
- Repulsive means something that causes strong feelings of disgust, all of which don't fit contextually.
Therefore, the complete sentence is: "It is paradoxical that those who expect clemency from others are seldom merciful themselves."
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