Fill in the blank with the correctly spelt word.
The leader's ______ behavior eventually alienated even his staunchest supporters.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
Sentence: “The leader’s ______ behavior eventually alienated even his staunchest supporters.”
Correct spelling: imperious.
Meaning of imperious:
Arrogantly commanding; domineering; overbearing.
Context understanding:
If a leader’s behavior alienated supporters, it must be rude, arrogant, or overbearing — which matches “imperious.”
Vocabulary Definitions:
Imperious — commanding in a proud, arrogant way.
Alienated — caused someone to feel isolated or estranged.
Staunchest — most loyal and committed supporters.
Hence, the correct answer is: imperious.