In each sentence, a word is omitted. Choose the word from the given options that can fit into the blank without changing the intended meaning.

The library is finally replacing its ___________ catalog system with a new, digital interface that's more user-friendly.

Correct option is B

The correct answer is B (outdated).

Explanation:

To determine the correct word, we look at the contrast provided in the sentence. The library is replacing an existing system with a "new, digital interface" that is "more user-friendly."

• Outdated is the perfect fit because it describes something that is old-fashioned, no longer useful, or replaced by more modern technology.
• The other options (mitigated, tempered, appeased, and abated) are verbs—mostly related to reducing the intensity of something negative—and do not function as adjectives to describe a physical or digital system in this context.

Meanings of all words:

Outdated

• Meaning: Old-fashioned or no longer in use; obsolete.
• Hindi Meaning: पुराना / अप्रचलित
• Example: "The company lost its competitive edge because it relied on outdated software."

Mitigated

• Meaning: Made less severe, serious, or painful.
• Hindi Meaning: कम करना / शांत करना
• Example: "The impact of the flood was mitigated by the new drainage system."

Tempered

• Meaning: Modified or moderated by the addition of something else; also refers to treated metal.
• Hindi Meaning: नरम करना / संतुलित करना
• Example: "His enthusiasm for the project was tempered by the reality of the limited budget."

Appeased

• Meaning: Pacified or placated someone by acceding to their demands.
• Hindi Meaning: संतुष्ट करना / खुश करना
• Example: "The manager appeased the angry customer by offering a full refund."

Abated

• Meaning: (Of something perceived as hostile, threatening, or negative) become less intense or widespread.
• Hindi Meaning: धीमा पड़ना / कम होना
• Example: "We waited in the shelter until the storm finally abated."

Final Answer: B