Question
In the given question, a word has been given and there
are three ways in which the word has been used, in similar or different forms. You need to see which of the sentences have correctly used the bold word, and mark that as your answer. Blunt 1. The autopsy revealed that the victim had been hit with a blunt instrument. 2. My aunt is quite blunt so it was no surprise when she gave her opinions on the unsightly décor. 3. My recent bad experience has rather blunted my enthusiasm for travel.Solution
(e) All the three sentences have correctly used the word BLUNT. In 1, BLUNT is an adjective. It means not having a sharp edge or point. The sentence talks about an instrument which caused the death of a person. In 2, BLUNT is an adjective. It means a person who says things without trying to be polite or considering other people's feelings. The sentence describes the reactions of a woman regarding the décor and it is clear that it was negative. In 3, BLUNTED is a verb. It means to weaken or reduce the force of (something). The sentence talks about bad experience which has quelled the desire for travel. Thus, (e) is the right answer.
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