Question

Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the italicised part of the sentence.

A generation ago, parents would not tolerate such egregious behaviour, but nowadays they just smile and say that it's just a phase, all adolescents go through.

• A. indolent
• B. impertinent
• C. unwanted
• D. outrageous

Answer 1

The correct option is D outrageous

Egregious means outstandingly bad; shocking.

Option D is the correct answer because “outrageous” means shockingly bad or excessive, hence it is the correct answer.

Option A is incorrect because “indolent” means wanting to avoid activity or exertion; lazy, which is not the correct meaning of the given word.

Option B is incorrect because “impertinent” means not showing proper respect or being rude. Hence it is incorrect.

Option C is incorrect because “unwanted” means something that’s not required or desired, which is not the correct meaning of the given word.