Analogy — Closest semantic pairing: Delusion : Hallucination :: Chagrin : ?
Verbal Reasoning
Analogy
Difficulty: Medium
Choose an option
Answer
Correct Answer: Annoyance
Explanation
Introduction / Context:We must match the second pair with a semantic relationship similar to “Delusion : Hallucination,” which are related psychological/affective states often loosely grouped as misperceptions/false beliefs vs. false sensory experiences. For the second pair, pick a word that pairs closely with “Chagrin.”
Given Data / Assumptions:
- Delusion ↔ Hallucination: related negative mental states (not exact synonyms, but same domain).
- Chagrin means distress or embarrassment at failure; annoyance/vexation captures the affective tone.
Concept / Approach:Seek a word in the same emotional domain and nearest in sense to “chagrin.”
Step-by-Step Solution:
1) Determine chagrin’s sense: irritation, vexation, mortification.2) Among options, “Annoyance” is closest in ordinary usage.Why Other Options Are Wrong:
- Illusion: relates to perception, not emotion like chagrin.
- Ordered and Cogent: adjectives unrelated to emotional state.
- None of these: incorrect as “Annoyance” fits adequately.
Common Pitfalls:Treating the first pair as strict synonyms; they are near-domain associates. The second pair should mirror domain-proximity, and “annoyance” does so best.
Final Answer:Annoyance