Multiple choice

Directions: Select the right meaning of the underlined word.

Kiran was much put out by tantalizing him.

  1. cheered

  2. elated

  3. puzzled

  4. mocked

  5. annoyed
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E Correct answer
Explanation

The phrase 'put out' means to be annoyed, irritated, or inconvenienced by something. In this context, Kiran was upset or bothered by someone's tantalizing behavior. Options A (cheered) and B (elated) are opposites of the correct meaning, while C (puzzled) and D (mocked) don't capture the sense of irritation that 'put out' conveys.

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