Question
In the following questions, each set presents two
sentences with two blanks. Select the most appropriate pair from the options provided to complete both the sentences and ensure coherence. (I) The philosopher pondered the ___________________ nature of existence, his thoughts growing increasingly ___________________ as he contemplated the paradoxes of life. (II) The linguist immersed himself in the ___________________ nuances of an ancient dialect, remaining ___________________ to the ever-changing dynamics of modern languages.Solution
Words like "recondite" (meaning obscure or complex) and "inscrutable" (meaning mysterious or difficult to understand) perfectly capture the depth of philosophical contemplation. Thus, the most appropriate pair is (a) recondite, inscrutable.
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