Question

If \( \to \) denotes increasing order of intensity, then the meaning of the words [simmer \( \to \) seethe \( \to \) smolder] is analogous to [break \( \to \) raze \( \to \) \_\_\_\_\_\_\_].
Which one of the given options is appropriate to fill the blank?

• A. obfuscate
• B. obliterate
• C. fracture
• D. fissure

Hint:

When solving analogy questions, focus on the progression of concepts or intensity among the options to correctly complete the sequence.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

The words [simmer \( \to \) seethe \( \to \) smolder] illustrate an increasing level of intensity or severity, progressing from a moderate to a more severe state of being heated or agitated. Similarly, for the analogy [break \( \to \) raze \( \to \) \_\_\_\_\_\_\_], we need a term that represents an escalation beyond "raze," which means to completely destroy or demolish. Analyzing the options: \( \text{(A) obfuscate} \): Refers to making something unclear or obscure, not relevant to physical destruction. \( \text{(B) obliterate} \): Means to remove or destroy all traces of something, fitting as a higher degree of destruction than "raze." \( \text{(C) fracture} \): Implies breaking but not at a higher intensity than "raze." \( \text{(D) fissure} \): Indicates a crack or split, which does not imply a complete destruction. Conclusion: The word that appropriately escalates the sequence from "break" and "raze" is "obliterate," representing the highest intensity of destruction in this context.