Question

Out of the given options, choose the option that correctly states the meaning of the given phrase/idiom-
To be at sixes and sevens
(a) To be in a proper order
(b) To be in an improper order
(c) To be in a proper setting
(d) Something in abundance

Answer 1

Hint: The question clearly states that we need to choose the option which means the same or is close to the synonym of the given idiom. Recall the meaning of the given idiom and the options and choose the most suitable one.

Complete answer: An idiom refers to a phrase or a group of words that indicate a metaphorical meaning in comparison to the literal meaning of its words.
The idiom ‘to be at sixes and sevens’ refers to being confused or muddled.
For example- After the disruption of society, everyone has been left at sixes and sevens. Here, we can conclude that everyone has become confused or muddled since the disruption of society.
Now, let’s examine the given options-
Option a- ‘To be in a proper order’ refers to doing or performing something in the desired order. It is different in meaning to the given context. Hence, it is an incorrect option.
Option b- ‘To be in an improper order’ refers to doing or performing something in the state of confusion. It is similar in meaning to the given context. Hence, it is the correct option.
Option c- ‘To be in a proper setting’ refers to being in the desired setting. It is different in meaning to the given context. Hence, it is an incorrect option.
Option d- ‘Something in abundance’ refers to something in a large quantity. It is different in meaning to the given context. Hence, it is an incorrect option.
The correct answer is Option ‘b’.

Note: Some other synonyms for the given idiom are; chaotic, disorganized, disorderly, etc while some antonyms for the given idiom are; organized, orderly, regular, etc.