Direction: In the following questions, a part of the sentence is given in bold. Below are given alternatives to the bold part at (1), (2) and (3) which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is needed your answer is (4).

The master was good at using pleasant names for unpleasant things in order to hoodwink the labourers.

Options

A. euphemisms
B. euphoria
C. pleasantries
D. No Improvement

Answer

A

Explanation

(1) euphemisms (Noun) : an indirect word or phrase that people often use to refer to something embarrassing or unpleasant, sometimes to make it seem more acceptable than it really is
hoodwink (Verb) : to trick somebody
• Pass away is the euphemism for .die.
euphoria (Noun) : a feeling or state of intense excitement and happiness
pleasantries (Noun) : friendly remarks made in order to be polite
Here, euphemisms is the right usage.