‘Crocodile tears' implies _____. || Computer Operator (APSC) Exam – General Studies Solved PYQs | Advt. No. 07/2024

QUESTION: 

Choose the correct alternative from the options given below to fill in the blank:


‘Crocodile tears' implies _____. 


(A) Expression

(B) Tears of animal

(c) False tears

(D) Very painful expression


ANSWER:



Option

Word/Phrase

Explanation

(A)

Expression

Incorrect. While "expression" refers to showing emotions, "crocodile tears" specifically means showing false emotions.

(B)

Tears of animal

Incorrect. "Crocodile tears" is an idiom and doesn't literally refer to tears of an animal.

(C)

False tears

Correct. "Crocodile tears" means showing fake or insincere emotions, often to deceive others.

(D)

Very painful expression

Incorrect. "Crocodile tears" refers to false or exaggerated expressions of sadness, not necessarily painful emotions.


Correct option: (C) False tears


Comments