Question

Directions: In the question, the first two words are related in a particular manner. You have to choose a word from the options so that a new pair of words is formed where the relation is the same as that of the first pair of words. You are required to consider the secondary meaning of certain words while choosing an answer.
Vindicator : Revenge :: Epicurean :

• A. Sorrow
• B. Fright
• C. Hesitation
• D. Pleasure
• E. Depression

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

The correct answer is option (D):

Pleasure

The relationship between the first pair of words, Vindicator : Revenge, is one of action and its goal. A vindicator seeks revenge; they are the agent who performs the act to achieve the goal of revenge.

Now, we need to find a word that maintains the same relationship with Epicurean. An Epicurean is someone who pursues pleasure. They are the agent, and pleasure is the goal they seek.

Looking at the options:
Sorrow is a feeling, not a goal or a sought-after outcome.
Fright is a feeling, not a goal.
Hesitation is an action, but not necessarily a goal for an Epicurean.
Pleasure is the goal of an Epicurean.
Depression is a feeling, not a goal.

Therefore, the correct answer is Pleasure because it reflects the core principle of Epicureanism: the pursuit of pleasure and the avoidance of pain.