WBCS.LIVE practice question

He chose the path of religion of his own accord. Choose the exact meaning of the underlined words in the above sentence from the following.

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Forcibly
  2. Helplessly
  3. Half-heartedly
  4. Willingly

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Willingly

Explanation: Context: The phrase ‘of his own accord’ means doing something willingly, without being forced. It shows voluntary action. 1. Forcibly ❌ – means against one’s will. 2. Helplessly ❌ – opposite in meaning. 3. Half-heartedly ❌ – means without enthusiasm. 4. Willingly ✅ – correct; means done voluntarily. Correct Sentence/Example Sentence: He chose the path of religion of his own accord, that is, willingly.