In the following sentence, out of the given alternatives choose the one which…

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In the following sentence, out of the given alternatives choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the underlined word.
People generally avoid the company of garrulous persons.

  1. A.

    talkative

  2. B.

    unkind

  3. C.

    quarrelsome

  4. D.

    arrogant

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Correct answer: A

Answer: talkative

Explanation: 'Garrulous' describes someone who talks a great deal, often about trivial matters. The word 'talkative' directly matches this meaning.

  • Why 'talkative' is correct: Both words refer to a person who speaks frequently and at length.

  • Why the other choices are incorrect:

    • 'Unkind' refers to being cruel or not kind, not to talking habits.

    • 'Quarrelsome' means prone to arguing or fighting, which is different from being talkative.

    • 'Arrogant' means having excessive pride or self-importance, not necessarily talking a lot.

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