Select the word or phrase which best expresses the meaning of the given word:…

Correct answer: Impious — "Blasphemous" means showing disrespect or irreverence toward God or sacred things.

• Definition: Lacking reverence for religion or sacred things; irreverent.

• Why "Impious" is correct: "Impious" means not showing respect for God or religion, so it directly matches the meaning of "blasphemous."

• Why the other choices are incorrect:

• Convict — means to declare someone guilty of a crime; unrelated to reverence or irreverence.

• Gather — means to collect or assemble; unrelated to religious disrespect.

• Pious — means devout and respectful toward religion; this is the opposite of "blasphemous."

Example: "The speaker's blasphemous remarks shocked the congregation."

Quick tip: Look for words that signal respect or disrespect toward religion to distinguish between choices like "pious" and "impious."