Question

Choose the one which best expresses the meaning of
Placid

a) Clear
b) Calm
c) Enjoyable
d) Dull

Answer 1

Hint: Meaning of Placid is to be calm and composed. It is an adjective given to someone who doesn’t get upset or excited easily.

Complete answer:

Option a ‘Clear’ means something that is easy to perceive, interpret or understand. The option does not express the meaning of the said word and thus is incorrect.
Option b ‘Calm’ means no expression of strong feelings, emotions, etc. it is an adjective given to someone who is serene. This option readily matches the meaning of the given word and hence is the correct option.
Option c ‘Enjoyable’ is a strong feeling that expresses delight or pleasure. The option shows the intensity of a particular emotion. The word does not satisfy the meaning of the given word and thus is incorrect.
Option d ‘Dull’ means a lack of interest or excitement or lack of brightness. This adjective does not have any relation to the meaning of the given word. Hence the option is incorrect.

Note: Get the difference clear between the word ‘Clear’ and ‘Calm’. The word ‘Clear’ might also be perceived as someone with a clear mindset but the correct option is Calm.