Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the italicised part of the sentence.
A generation ago, parents would not tolerate such egregious behaviour, but nowadays they just smile and say that it's just a phase, all adolescents go through.
unwanted
indolent
impertinent
outrageous
A
indolent
B
unwanted
C
impertinent
D
outrageous
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Egregious means outstandingly bad; shocking.
Option D is the correct answer because “outrageous” means shockingly bad or excessive, hence it is the correct answer.
Option A is incorrect because “indolent” means wanting to avoid activity or exertion; lazy, which is not the correct meaning of the given word.
Option B is incorrect because “impertinent” means not showing proper respect or being rude. Hence it is incorrect.
Option C is incorrect because “unwanted” means something that’s not required or desired, which is not the correct meaning of the given word.
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