Select the most appropriate synonym for the underlined word in the given sentence.
She had the temerity to call her teacher a liar.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. impudence.
"Impudence" refers to the quality of being disrespectful or insolent, which aligns closely with the audacity or boldness implied by "temerity."Both words convey a sense of brazenness or lack of regard for social norms or authority.
In the context of the sentence, "temerity" suggests an act of disrespect by calling her teacher a liar, which is synonymous with "impudence."
The other options - "tenacity," "taciturn," and "trenchant" - do not accurately convey the meaning of audacity or boldness associated with "temerity."
Therefore, "impudence" is the most suitable synonym.