Select the option that is related to the third word in the same way as the second word is related to the first word. Outrage : Indignation : : Exhilaration : ?

Appeared in: PGIMER Chandigarh NO - 2015

Explanation

The question presents a verbal analogy in the format A : B :: C : ?.
The relationship between the first pair of words, 'Outrage' and 'Indignation', must be identified. These two words are synonyms, both describing a strong feeling of righteous anger or shock.
To solve the analogy, the same relationship must be applied to the second pair. We need to find a synonym for 'Exhilaration'.
'Exhilaration' is a feeling of great happiness, thrill, or elation.
'Excitement' is a state of great enthusiasm and eagerness, making it the correct synonym to complete the analogy.

Option A: 'Indifferent' means having no particular interest or concern. This is an antonym, or opposite, of 'Exhilaration'.
Option C: 'Boredom' is the state of feeling weary and uninterested. This is also an antonym of 'Exhilaration'.
Option D: 'Unenthusiastic' means lacking excitement or eagerness. This is another antonym of 'Exhilaration'.

Clinical Relevance

Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Verbal Analogy as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
While this is a general reasoning question, strong vocabulary and communication skills are essential in nursing for accurate documentation, clear patient education, and effective interprofessional collaboration.
Understanding emotional vocabulary helps nurses to better assess and document a patient's psychological state, such as distinguishing between anxiety, fear, and agitation.
What if the first pair was 'Happy : Ecstatic'? The relationship would be one of degree (a lesser feeling to a stronger one). In that case, for 'Exhilaration', one might look for an even more intense word, though none are provided in the options.

How to Approach the Question

First, analyze the relationship between the first two words ('Outrage' and 'Indignation'). Determine if they are synonyms, antonyms, cause and effect, part to whole, etc.
In this case, 'Outrage' and 'Indignation' are synonyms.
Apply the same relationship to the third word ('Exhilaration'). You need to find a synonym for it.
Evaluate the given options to find the word that best fits the identified relationship.
Eliminate the options that are antonyms or unrelated ('Indifferent', 'Boredom', 'Unenthusiastic').
Select the option that is a clear synonym ('Excitement').

Concept Tested & Keywords

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