Odd One Out - Vocabulary

CAT 1995 Slot 1 · VARC · Easy · Vocabulary

In the following question, a set of four words is given. Three of the words are related in some way, the remaining word is not related to the rest. Pick the word which does not fit in the relation.

  1. A.

    Quell

  2. B.

    Ruffle

  3. C.

    Allay

  4. D.

    Control

Answer

B

Explanation

Quell, Allay, and Control are synonyms meaning to pacify, calm, or bring under control. Ruffle means to disturb or agitate.

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