Fill in the blank with the most appropriate choice.
Their ____________ credits aside, the two were classic movie-world shady characters.

Correct option is D

• The phrase credits aside means “even if we set aside their good points/achievements.”
• Estimable means worthy of respect; admirable. (Hindi meaning: सम्माननीय / प्रशंसनीय)
• Thus, estimable credits correctly means “respectable achievements.”
• Example: Despite his estimable service record, he was involved in misconduct.

• (a) Eschew: to deliberately avoid. (Hindi meaning: बचना / परहेज़ करना)
• (b) Erudite: very learned; scholarly. (Hindi meaning: विद्वान)
• (c) Esoteric: understood by only a small group; obscure. (Hindi meaning: गूढ़)