CDS 2026 (I) English, question 101

Topic: Vocabulary and word usage

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Directions · Q101 to Q110

In the following items Match List I with List II and select the answer using the code given below the Lists :

Q101
List I (Word / Expression / Specialised term) List II (Meaning)
A. Fortuitous 1. Exhibiting exceptional bravery
B. Fortitudinous 2. Daunting
C. Formidable 3. Sad and solitary
D. Forlorn 4. Happening by chance
  1. (a) A-3, B-2, C-1, D-4
  2. (b) A-4, B-1, C-2, D-3Correct answer
  3. (c) A-4, B-2, C-1, D-3
  4. (d) A-3, B-1, C-2, D-4

Solution.

Answer: (b) A-4, B-1, C-2, D-3

  1. Fortuitous: happening by chance (4). Fortitudinous: showing courage (1). Formidable: daunting (2). Forlorn: sad and solitary (3).
  2. The code is A-4, B-1, C-2, D-3.

Trap: Fortuitous is often mistaken for fortunate; it means by chance.