English Synonyms Synonyms Question #6642 (CAT-I)

The fire was a result of a __________ act of arson, not an accident.

A demolish
B delusion
C delicious
D deliberate
Correct Answer & Explanation
Option D
• The sentence implies the fire was caused intentionally. • 'Deliberate' means done consciously and intentionally; fully considered. • 'Demolish' means to destroy. • 'Delusion' is a false belief. • 'Delicious' describes taste. • So, 'deliberate' accurately describes an intentional act.