Select the most appropriate word that can substitute for the given description: One who depends on and believes in fate: a/an _________.
A
Anarchist
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B
Meticulous
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C
Fatalist
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D
Iconoclast
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Solution
The correct option is C Fatalist Option A - 'Anarchist' means 'One who rebels against any authority or any order', Option B - 'Meticulous' means 'to be very careful, precise and pay attention to every detail', Option D - 'Iconoclast' means 'One who criticizes or attacks religious beliefs or institutions'.
On the other hand, Option C - 'Fatalist' means 'One who accepts all things and events as inevitable'.
Therefore, as per the meanings, the most appropriate one word substitution for the given description is - Option C - Fatalist.