In these questions, sentences are given with blanks to be filled in with an appropriate word(s). Four alternatives are suggested for each question. Choose the correct alternative out of the four alternatives.

It was his ....... that led him to penury.

Options

A. flamboyance
B. arrogance
C. extravagance
D. ebullience

Answer

C

Explanation

extravagance (Noun) : the habit of spending more money than you can afford or than is necessary
penury(Noun):poverty
flamboyance (Noun): showiness
arrogance (Noun): overbearing pride
ebullience (Noun) : the quality of being full of confidence, energy and good humour
Here, extravagance is the right usage.