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Question

Select the most appropriate one word substitution for the given description:
A trade or act prohibited by law. __________.

A
Sin
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B
Ethical
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C
Illicit
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D
Law abiding
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Solution

The correct option is D Illicit
Option C - 'Illicit' means 'something which is forbidden by the law of the land'.
On the other hand, Option A - 'Sin' means 'an immoral act', Option B - 'Ethical' means 'in accordance with rules or standards, for appropriate conduct, especially with the standards of profession', Option D - 'Law abiding' means 'to obey the law of the land'.
Therefore, as per the meanings, the most appropriate one word substitution for the given description is - Option C: Illicit.

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