Question

Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the italicised part of the sentence.
He would have been successful, but for his lack of temerity.

• A. audacity
• B. sincerity
• C. intelligence
• D. strength

Answer 1

The correct option is A audacity

Temerity means excessive confidence or boldness; audacity.

“Audacity” means the willingness to take bold risks, hence Option A is the correct answer.

Option B is incorrect because “sincerity” means to be dedicated towards what has to be done, hence it is incorrect.

Option C is incorrect because “intelligence” is the the ability to acquire and apply knowledge and skills, which is not the same as temerity, hence incorrect.

Option D is incorrect because “strength “ is the quality of being physically strong, which is not related to temerity hence it is incorrect.!