Question

    In the following questions, a part of the sentence is printed in bold. Below are given alternatives to the bold part at (A), (B), and (C) which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternatives. In case no improvement is needed, your answer is (D).

    The new manager is soft-spoken and is  considerable  to all.

    A conceited Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B considerate Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C constricted Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D No improvement Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The word ‘considerable’ means ‘large or of noticeable importance’. It is not the apt word. The correct word is ‘considerate’, which means ‘kind and helpful’.

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