English Synonyms Synonyms Question #8079 (CAT-I)

Which sentence uses the vocabulary word correctly?

A The watchmaker spent forty hours repairing the <b>intricate</b> gears of the mechanical timepiece.
B The court condemned the traitor for political <b>intricate</b>.
C Gold has high <b>intricate</b> value because of its rarity and permanence.
D The teacher tried to <b>intricate</b> discipline into the pupils.
Correct Answer & Explanation
Option A
• The word 'INTRICATE' means very complicated or detailed. • Option A uses 'intricate' correctly to describe complex gears, which aligns with its meaning of being detailed and complicated. • Option B incorrectly uses 'intricate' where 'intrigue' or 'conspiracy' would be appropriate. • Option C incorrectly uses 'intricate' where 'intrinsic' would be appropriate. • Option D incorrectly uses 'intricate' where 'instil' would be appropriate.