Usage of HARDLY
CMAT 2024 · Language Comprehension · Easy · Grammar
Given below are two statements:
Statement I: "HARDLY" can be used to say that something is just true or possible. Statement II: "HARDLY" is a negative word and should not be used with not or other negatives.
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:
- A.
Both Statement I and Statement II are true
- B.
Both Statement I and Statement II are false
- C.
Statement I is true but Statement II is false
- D.
Statement I is false but Statement II is true
A
Explanation
Both statements are correct. 'Hardly' means scarcely or barely (just true/possible) and carries a negative implication, so it cannot be paired with additional negatives.
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