Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the correct meaning of the given word.

Extraneous:

  1. Sensitive

  2. Beyond reason

  3. Immoderate

  4. Coming from outside

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Extraneous means coming from or existing outside rather than being essential or intrinsic, literally 'external.' It can also mean irrelevant or unnecessary. Sensitive, beyond reason, and immoderate don't capture the 'outside/external' meaning.