Select the most appropriate synonym of the word given below to fill in the blank in the following sentence.
Austere
My uncle said, “Think about a monk who lives a ______ life”.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. strict.
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Austere: Severe or strict in manner, attitude, or appearance.
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Dark: Lacking light or having a gloomy atmosphere.
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Luxurious: Characterized by luxury; rich and comfortable.
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Strict: Demanding to follow to rules or principles; inflexible in enforcing standards.
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Logical: Following a rational and sensible approach.
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Hence, the correct answer would be "strict."