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The word “humble” is most appropriately used instead of modest in which sentence?

A. The mountain was humble in height.
B. Despite winning the award, she remained humble.
C. The humble building reached fifty stories.
D. The humble engine produced enormous power.

📝 Explanation

Correct: Humble and modest both describe a person who does not boast about achievements. A, C & D: Humble does not naturally describe mountains, buildings, or engines in these contexts. Concept: Context-based synonym and semantic nuance.

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  • The mountain was humble in height.
  • Despite winning the award, she remained humble.
  • The humble building reached fifty stories.
  • The humble engine produced enormous power.

Correct: Humble and modest both describe a person who does not boast about achievements. A, C & D: Humble does not naturally describe mountains, buildings, or engines in these contexts. Concept: Context-based synonym and semantic nuance.

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