Question

Which of the following is not a term of ‘disapproval’?

• A. infantile
• B. charlatan
• C. imbecile
• D. childlike
• E. awful

Hint:

Words like "childish" or "infantile" are negative, but "childlike" is positive, showing admiration for innocence rather than criticism.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Option A: infantile – means childish or immature in a negative sense, hence it conveys disapproval.
Option B: charlatan – means a fraud or impostor, clearly disapproving.
Option C: imbecile – means a very foolish or stupid person, also a disapproving term.
Option D: childlike – means having positive qualities of a child, such as innocence or simplicity, not a disapproving term.
Option E: awful – means very bad or unpleasant, again a disapproving term.
Thus, the only option not expressing disapproval is childlike.
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