Question

Choose the word whose meaning is different from the other words in the group:
Compliant, Submissive, Amenable, Pliant, Riotous, Dutiful

• A. Pliant
• B. Submissive
• C. Compliant
• D. Riotous

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

All the above words are adjectives.

'Compliant' is used to describe something (or someone) that obeys a particular rule or law'. 'Pliant' is used to describe someone who is easily controllable. 'Amenable' also means 'easily controllable'. Eg: The phrases, 'pliant nature' and 'amenable nature' mean the same. 'Submissive' means 'meekly obedient'. 'Dutiful' is used to describe someone who obediently fulfilling one's duty.

All the above words describe someone (or something) who (or which) can be controlled. They also describe someone who is expected to obey or made to obey rules and laws. As they have similar meanings, options A, C and D are incorrect.

'Riotous' means 'characterized by wild and uncontrolled behaviour'. Someone who is 'riotous' cannot be expected to obey rules and laws and cannot be controlled. As this word is different in meaning from the other given words, option B is correct.