Which one of the following best explains the meaning of the saying “Empty vessel makes more noise”?
Question and options
Which one of the following best explains the meaning of the saying “Empty vessel makes more noise”?
- Intellectuals are not recognized
- Merit has no place
- Giving importance to unnecessary things
- Speaking loudly with no point to make
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D - Speaking loudly with no point to make
'Empty vessels make the most noise' means that people with little knowledge or substance talk the most and the loudest, so it describes someone speaking loudly with no real point to make. Giving importance to unnecessary things, or merit and intellect going unrecognised, are different ideas.
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