Choose the most appropriate word from the options given below to the complete…
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Choose the most appropriate word from the options given below to the complete the following sentence:
His rather casual remarks on politics ___________ his lack of seriousness about the subject.
- A.
masked
- B.
belied
- C.
betrayed
- D.
suppressed
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Correct answer: C
Answer: betrayed
"Betrayed" fits because it commonly means to reveal unintentionally or to disclose something that was previously hidden. In this sentence, the casual remarks made his lack of seriousness apparent.
Meaning of betrayed: revealed or exposed unintentionally.
Why it fits: The casual remarks "betrayed his lack of seriousness" — they revealed his attitude.
Why "masked" is wrong: "masked" means to hide or cover up, the opposite of reveal.
Why "belied" is wrong: "belied" means to give a false impression or to contradict; using it here would imply the remarks made him seem serious, which is not intended.
Why "suppressed" is wrong: "suppressed" means held back or restrained, which does not match the idea of making his lack of seriousness apparent.
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