Synonyms

Hubris refers to excessive pride, self-confidence, or arrogance. Among the choices, pride is the direct and closest meaning.

Hysteria refers to an exaggerated or uncontrollable outburst of emotion or excitement, making frenzy the closest synonym.

Halcyon denotes a period of time in the past that was idyllically happy and peaceful, making ideal a close contextual synonym among the choices.

Hyperbole means exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally - a figure of speech using deliberate exaggeration for effect. 'Exaggeration' directly captures this meaning of overstating for emphasis.

Rigid means stiff, unyielding, inflexible, or not easily bent - physically or metaphorically. 'Hard' can be a synonym in certain contexts (like rigid materials), though 'inflexible' would be more precise. This is acceptable.

When we say "handful", it refers to what can be held in a hand. Quite often, this refers to very little or few. Hence, option 1 is correct.

Careless means not giving sufficient attention or thought to what you're doing, showing lack of care. Negligent means failing to take proper care or do what's necessary - essentially a synonym for careless, especially in formal contexts.

Refund means to give back money paid, typically because of dissatisfaction or return of goods. Reimburse means to pay back money spent or compensation for expenses - they are synonyms in financial contexts.

Incentive means something that motivates or encourages action - a reward or benefit that drives behavior. Stimulation means encouragement or arousal of activity - they are related concepts where both involve motivating action.

Ideal means representing a perfect standard, model, or example - something in its most perfect form. Model can mean a standard or example to follow, making it a valid synonym in certain contexts (like 'model citizen').

Nymph means a mythological spirit of nature appearing as a young woman - in Greek mythology, nymphs were minor deities associated with natural locations. Fairy is also a mythical creature, making them thematically related as supernatural beings.

Incessant means continuing without pause or interruption - unceasing and constant. "Continuous" is the direct synonym among the options. "Irritated" is an emotional state, "Overflowing" relates to excess, "Extreme" means intense, and "Co-operative" means working together.

Paucity means the presence of something in only small or insufficient quantities - scarcity or lack. It is the precise formal synonym for "shortage." "Niggardly" means stingy (a character trait), "Wastage" means waste, "Hostage" is a captive, and "Foliage" means leaves.

Inconsequential means lacking importance, significance, or relevance - trivial. "Insignificant" is the exact synonym. "Disorderly" means chaotic, "Subsequent" means following, "Insufficient" means inadequate, and "Preceding" means coming before.

Correct Answer: Notorious