Directions: The question has a pair of CAPITALISED words followed by ...
Relationship between ETHIC and NICETY:
ETHIC and NICETY are two words that are related to each other in terms of their meaning and usage. An ETHIC refers to a set of moral principles or values that guide a person's behavior or conduct. It represents a broad and general concept of moral standards. On the other hand, a NICETY refers to a small or subtle detail or distinction in behavior or conduct. It represents a specific and precise aspect of moral standards.
Understanding the given options:
Now, let's analyze the given options and determine which one best expresses a similar relationship to the one expressed between ETHIC and NICETY.
a) Preference : Whim
b) Morality : Scruple
c) Faith : Religion
d) Dogma : Teaching
Analysis of the options:
a) Preference : Whim - This option does not exhibit a similar relationship to the one between ETHIC and NICETY. Preference and whim are not closely related in terms of their meaning and usage.
b) Morality : Scruple - This option represents a relationship that is similar to the one between ETHIC and NICETY. Morality refers to a set of moral principles or values, just like ETHIC. And a scruple refers to a small or subtle doubt or hesitation about what is morally right or wrong, which is similar to a NICETY.
c) Faith : Religion - This option does not exhibit a similar relationship to the one between ETHIC and NICETY. Faith and religion are related, but they do not represent a broad concept and a specific aspect of it, like ETHIC and NICETY.
d) Dogma : Teaching - This option does not exhibit a similar relationship to the one between ETHIC and NICETY. Dogma and teaching are related, but they do not represent a broad concept and a specific aspect of it, like ETHIC and NICETY.
Conclusion:
Based on the analysis of the given options, it can be concluded that the pair "Morality : Scruple" best expresses a relationship similar to that expressed between ETHIC and NICETY.
Directions: The question has a pair of CAPITALISED words followed by ...
An ethic is an important personal value, while a nicety is a minor and a temporary one. Similarly, morality refers to one's major beliefs, while a scruple is a small moral concern.
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