Question

Choose the most appropriate alternative to the given idiom/phrase:

A FEATHER IN ONE'S CAP

• A. Accumulating more money or property
• B. Taking more burden on oneself
• C. Being felicitated for one's artistic merits
• D. Something achieved that constitutes a victory

Answer 1

The correct option is C Being felicitated for one's artistic merits

The given phrase means 'An achievement or honour to be proud of'

Option C is correct. Felicitate means 'express congratulations'. It indicates an honour received for achieving something. Thus, it is the closest in meaning to the required one.

Options A, B and D are incorrect. They do not have the required meaning.

Option D also indicates achievement. But, it indicates an achievement that results in a victory. The phrase simply means achievement and thus, option D is incorrect.