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Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.

The sudden death of our uncle was ______________ for all of us.

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  1. tragic
  2. fragile
  3. gentle
  4. dissuasive

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Option 1 : tragic
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The correct answer is: tragic

Key Points 

  • Let's look at the meaning of the given words.
    • Tragic means causing or characterized by extreme distress or sorrow. (अत्यधिक संकट या दुःख के कारण या विशेषता)
    • Fragile means easily broken or damaged. (आसानी से टूटा या क्षतिग्रस्त)
    • Gentle means having or showing a mild, kind, or tender temperament or character. (सौम्य, दयालु, या कोमल स्वभाव या चरित्र होना या दिखाना)
    • Dissuasive means to persuade someone not to do something. (किसी को कुछ न करने के लिए राजी करना)
  • ​As per the meaning of the given words, "tragic" is the appropriate option to fill in.
  • The implied meaning of the sentence is: It was devastating for all of us when our uncle passed away suddenly.

Hence, the correct answer is option 1.

Complete sentence: The sudden death of our uncle was tragic for all of us.

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