In each question, certain words are highlighted in the sentences. Mark the option which is synonymous to the highlighted word or words. The book did not get much acclaim because of its pedantic style of writing.
Explanation:
“Pedantic” means “characterized by a narrow concern for book learning , formal rules or minute details.” ‘Radical’ means 1) ‘of or going to the root or origin; fundamental’ and 2) ‘extreme, especially as regards change from accepted or traditional norms.’ ‘Dogmatic’ means ‘characterized by an authoritative, arrogant assertion of unproved or unprovable principles.’ ‘Esoteric’ means ‘understood by or meant for only the select few who have special knowledge or interest.’ ‘Applicative’ means ‘usable or capable of being used’. From the above meanings ‘Esoteric’ comes closest to ‘Pedantic’. Hence, the correct answer is option 3.
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