Direction : Pick out the most effective word from the given words to fill in the blank to make the sentence meaningfully complete. The miser gazed _______ at the pile of gold coins in front of him.
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Direction : Pick out the most effective word from the given words to fill in the blank to make the sentence meaningfully complete.
The miser gazed _______ at the pile of gold coins in front of him.
The miser gazed _______ at the pile of gold coins in front of him.
- avidly
- admiringly
- thoughtfully
- earnestly
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A - avidly
A miser looks at gold with eager greed; 'avidly' means eagerly/greedily, which fits best. Admiringly, thoughtfully and earnestly miss the sense of greedy desire.
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