Multiple choice

Directions: A related pair of words or phrases is followed by five pairs of words or phrases. Select the pair that best expresses a relationship similar to that in capital letters.

QUIXOTIC : IDEALISTIC

  1. Churlish : Polite

  2. Whimsical : Steady

  3. Disinterested : Impartial

  4. Touchy : Sensitive

  5. Central : Random
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D Correct answer
Explanation

QUIXOTIC means extremely idealistic, so it represents a more intense form of IDEALISTIC. Similarly, TOUCHY represents a more intense form of SENSITIVE. The relationship is same quality with different intensity. Option A pairs antonyms. Option B also pairs antonyms. Option C pairs near-synonyms without intensity difference. Option E pairs unrelated concepts.

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