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Despite the committee's persistent appeal for a lenient sanction, the chairman remained inexorable in enforcing the established disciplinary regulations. Which of the following words is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as used in the sentence?

  1. unyieldingCevap
  2. B
    flexible
  3. C
    inevitable
  4. D
    aggressive

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unyielding
In this context, the word 'inexorable' describes a person who cannot be moved or persuaded by entreaties, remaining firm and steadfast. Therefore, 'unyielding' is the word nearest in meaning.

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1
Analyze the contextual clues in the sentence.
The phrase 'Despite the committee's persistent appeal for a lenient sanction' indicates that the chairman refused to soften his stance.
Contextual clues reveal the specific nuance of the target word.
2
Determine the contextual meaning of the underlined word 'inexorable'.
'Inexorable' means impossible to stop, alter, or persuade by entreaty; adamant and unbending.
Defining the target word in context allows precise matching with the options.
3
Evaluate the options to find the word nearest in meaning.
'Unyielding' directly mirrors the sense of remaining firm and unbending.
Selecting the option that preserves contextual meaning yields the correct answer.

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