Verbosity : Brevity :: Insolence : ________
Correct Answer :
Respect
Solution :
The correct option is Respect.
This question is an analogy puzzle of the form A : B :: C : D, which translates to "A is to B as C is to D". To solve it, we must first establish the relationship between the first pair of words (Verbosity and Brevity) and then apply that same logical relationship to find the missing word that pairs with Insolence.
Let's analyze the first pair:
Verbosity refers to the quality of using more words than needed; wordiness.
Brevity refers to concise and exact use of words in writing or speech; shortness.
Since verbosity and brevity are exact opposites, the relationship between them is one of antonyms (opposites).
Now, let's apply this antonymous relationship to the second pair:
Insolence means showing a rude and arrogant lack of respect.
To complete the analogy, we need a word that is the antonym (opposite) of insolence.
Looking at the choices, Respect is the direct opposite of insolence (rudeness/disrespect). Therefore, Insolence is to Respect as Verbosity is to Brevity.
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