Question

Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word/phrase:

MAYHEM

• A. Jubilation
• B. Havoc
• C. Excitement
• D. Defeat

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

Havoc

The given word 'mayhem' means 'random or deliberate violence or damage'.

From the options, Option B: 'havoc' also means 'ruinous damage' and it best expresses the meaning of the given word. Hence option B is correct.

Option A: 'Jubilation' means 'a feeling of joy'.

Option C: 'Excitement' is 'a state where one's emotions are aroused'.

Option D: 'Defeat' means 'to overthrow someone in a contest or election'.

These words do not mean the same as the given word, hence options A, C and D are incorrect.