Question

    Choose a suitable one-word substitute for the given phrase from the options under each question. 

    A person who suffers pain or difficulty without complaining  

    A sadist Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B stoic Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Optimist Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D pessimist Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E philosopher Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Sadist: a person who derives pleasure, gratification, or enjoyment from inflicting pain, suffering, or humiliation on others  Optimist: a person who generally has a positive outlook on life and tends to expect favorable outcomes in various situations  Pessimist: a person who generally has a negative or pessimistic outlook on life and tends to expect unfavorable outcomes in various situations  Philosopher: a person who engages in the study and pursuit of wisdom, knowledge, and the fundamental nature of reality, existence, and human experience 

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