Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blanks.
His _________ violation of the moral code of conduct was too _________ to be forgiven.
Show answer & explanation
Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. flagrant; outrageous.
Word Meanings:
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Flagrant – Very obvious and shocking (used for something bad or wrong)
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Example: It was a flagrant abuse of power.
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Outrageous – Shockingly bad or unacceptable
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Example: The price was outrageous, no one could afford it.
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Why it fits:
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A flagrant violation means the person knowingly and openly broke rules.
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The action being described as outrageous shows it was extremely offensive or unacceptable.
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Together, they describe a serious and unforgivable wrong act.
Meaning of other options:
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Fragrant; outgoing – Fragrant means sweet-smelling (not related), outgoing means social
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Obscure; outstanding – Obscure means unclear; doesn’t match the sentence meaning
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Magnificent; outlandish – Magnificent means grand (positive), doesn’t match with violation
Hence, the chosen option will be correct.