Multiple choice

Directions: Choose appropriate meaning of the words in bold as per their contextual use.

Her rancid remarks greatly upset her mother.

  1. stinking

  2. incisive

  3. offensive

  4. hilarious
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Rancid literally means spoiled or smelling bad (like rotting food), but figuratively describes something extremely offensive or unpleasant. Remarks that 'greatly upset' someone are offensive in this context. 'Stinking' is too literal, while 'incisive' and 'hilarious' are unrelated.

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