‘A word or law no longer in use’ is called:

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Question

‘A word or law no longer in use’ is called:

  1. A. Cynic
  2. B. Out-dated
  3. C. Reticent
  4. D. Obsolete (Correct answer)

Correct Answer

Option D — Obsolete

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is Obsolete.

Key Points

  • Obsolete = no longer in use, out of date. It is the precise one-word substitute for "a word or law no longer in use".

Additional Information

  • Others in this family: obsolescent (going out of use), archaic (of an earlier period), defunct (no longer functioning), repealed (of a law, formally revoked).
  • Cynic = one who doubts human sincerity; reticent = reserved in speech.