In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase in underlined: Because our representative is immature and biased he takes a...
In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase in underlined:
Because our representative is immature and biased he takes a jaundiced view of our problem
Answer Details
The option nearest in meaning to the underlined word "jaundiced" is "prejudiced".
In this sentence, "jaundiced" means that the representative's view of the problem is negatively influenced by his immaturity and bias. The term "jaundiced" is often used metaphorically to describe someone's negative or biased perspective on a particular issue.
The option "prejudiced" has a similar meaning to "jaundiced", as it describes someone who has a preconceived opinion about something or someone, often based on insufficient knowledge or irrational feelings. It is the best option that conveys the same meaning as "jaundiced" in the given sentence.
The other options do not fit as well in this sentence. "Hazy" and "unclear" describe something that is not clear or easy to understand, which is not relevant to the sentence. "Bleak" means "dreary" or "hopeless", which does not convey the same meaning as "jaundiced".