Question

Select the most appropriate one-word substitute for the underlined segment in the given sentence. There is a lack of security and stability in his bank balance. This is indicative of a hazardous and perilous situation.

• A. precarious
• B. guarded
• C. definite
• D. reliable

Answer 1

Answer:

A. precarious

• Defining "Precarious": Something is precarious if it is not securely held or in position, and is likely to fall or collapse. It also describes a situation that is uncertain and dependent on chance or unknown circumstances. Matching the Context: The sentence describes a "lack of security and stability" as well as a "hazardous and perilous situation." These phrases are perfect descriptors for a precarious state. Specific Usage: It is frequently used to describe financial states (e.g., "a precarious bank balance") or physical positions (e.g., "a precarious ladder").