Question
In each of the following questions a sentence
is given with a word given in BOLD. Corresponding to each question three sentences are given with the use of the same word. From the options choose the sentences which give a DIFFERENT MEANING for the word used in the sentence above. The meaning used in the sentence(s) should be different from the one used in the main sentence. Through meditation, she was able toĀ sublime Ā her thoughts, lifting her mind to a state of clarity and peace. I. The orchestra's performance wasĀ sublime , filling the concert hall with music so beautiful it moved the audience to tears. II. The artist's work reached aĀ sublime Ā level of mastery, blending vivid colors with extraordinary detail to create a masterpiece. III. In his philosophy, he aimed toĀ sublime Ā everyday experiences, finding deeper meaning in even the simplest moments of life.Solution
Solution āSublimeā in the given sentence means āto elevate or transform something to a higher stateā, referring to the process of lifting her thoughts to clarity and peace. āSublimeā in sentence I means āof such excellence or beauty as to inspire great admiration or aweā, describing the orchestra's performance. āSublimeā in sentence II also means āof such excellence or beauty as to inspire great admiration or aweā, referring to the artist's mastery in creating a masterpiece. āSublimeā in sentence III means āto elevate or enhanceā or transformā which is same as the one in given sentence. Therefore, options I and II present a different meaning for the word āsublimeā compared to its usage in the main sentence. Hence, option D is the correct answer.
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2 - Sauce in the pan
3 - Flesh in the pan
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