Choose the word / phrase nearest in meaning to the underlined (quoted) part. Nobody knows that he had a 'sinister' design in marrying her
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Choose the word / phrase nearest in meaning to the underlined (quoted) part.
Nobody knows that he had a 'sinister' design in marrying her
- evil
- murderous
- clever
- selfish
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A - evil
A sinister design is an evil or wicked intention. Murderous is too specific, clever and selfish do not capture 'sinister'.
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