Odd One Out — Big, Small, and Tiny denote physical size; Trivial denotes low importance. Identify the odd adjective by semantic domain.

Verbal Reasoning Classification Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
  • A
    Big
  • B
    Small
  • C
    Trivial
  • D
    Tiny

Answer

Correct Answer: Trivial

Explanation

Introduction / Context:Semantic classification tests whether words belong to the same conceptual field. Three refer to magnitude of size; one refers to significance/importance.

Given Data / Assumptions:

  • Big, Small, Tiny: adjectives of physical size/extent.
  • Trivial: adjective of importance (insignificant), not size.

Concept / Approach:Group by semantic domain: size vs importance.

Step-by-Step Solution:Big → size.Small → size.Tiny → size.Trivial → importance (not size) → outlier.

Verification / Alternative check:Comparatives/superlatives: big/bigger/biggest etc. map to size; trivial does not form size gradations but importance gradations (trivial vs crucial).

Why Other Options Are Wrong:

  • Big, Small, Tiny: all measure physical extent.

Common Pitfalls:Equating “small” with “trivial” metaphorically; in literal classification, domains must match.

Final Answer:Trivial

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