Multiple choice

Choose the most appropriate word from the options given below to the complete the following sentence. His rather casual remarks on politics ___________ his lack of seriousness about the subject.

  1. masked

  2. belied

  3. betrayed

  4. suppressed
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A Correct answer
Explanation

To 'mask' something is to hide or disguise it. Casual remarks can hide a lack of seriousness, making 'masked' the most logical fit.

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