Question

If \( \rightarrow \) denotes increasing order of intensity, then the meaning of the words [dry \( \rightarrow \) arid \( \rightarrow \) parched] is analogous to [diet \( \rightarrow \) fast \( \rightarrow \) \(\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\)]. Which one of the given options is appropriate to fill the blank?

• A. starve
• B. reject
• C. feast
• D. deny

Hint:

When solving analogy questions:
1. Identify the pattern or relationship in the first set of words.
2. Apply the same pattern to the second set to find the missing word.
3. Eliminate options that do not fit the identified pattern.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Understand the analogy. The progression in the first set, [dry \( \rightarrow \) arid \( \rightarrow \) parched], represents an increase in the severity or intensity of dryness. Similarly, in the second set, [diet \( \rightarrow \) fast \( \rightarrow \) \(\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\)], the words should represent an increase in the intensity of food restriction. Step 2: Analyze the options.
Option (A): starve — This indicates extreme food deprivation, making it the most intense stage of food restriction. Option (B): reject — This does not relate to the concept of food restriction. Option (C): feast — This is the opposite of food restriction and does not fit the analogy. Option (D): deny — While this relates to refusal, it does not specifically convey the intensity of food restriction as required in the analogy. Conclusion: The correct word to complete the analogy is \( \mathbf{starve} \), corresponding to option \( \mathbf{(A)} \).