Question

From the following words pick the odd word out.

• A. lampoon
• B. satire
• C. ridicule
• D. parable

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

To solve the problem, we need to identify the word that does not belong to the group based on meaning or usage.

Let's examine the given words:

1. Lampoon: A form of satire used to mock or ridicule an individual or a situation.
2. Satire: A literary device or genre that uses humor, irony, or ridicule to criticize people or society.
3. Ridicule: The act of making fun of someone or something with the intent to criticize or mock.
4. Parable: A simple story used to illustrate a moral or spiritual lesson, typically found in religious texts.

Upon analysis, the first three words—lampoon, satire, and ridicule—are related to mockery and criticism. "Parable," on the other hand, serves a different purpose: to teach moral or spiritual lessons without the aspect of criticism or humor. Therefore, the odd word out is "parable."