Question

Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.

The manager _____ (to) a pay hike next month.

• A. Elude
• B. Illusion
• C. Collude
• D. Allude

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Allude

• Allude – ✅ To refer to something indirectly

  "The manager alluded to a pay hike" means they hinted at or suggested it without saying it directly.

• Elude – ✖ To escape or avoid

  Not relevant in this context (e.g., "The thief eluded capture").

• Illusion – ✖ A false idea or appearance

  A noun, not a verb; doesn’t fit grammatically.

• Collude – ✖ To conspire or secretly cooperate

  Negative connotation, not appropriate here.