2019 · Q94
Given below are some idioms/phrases followed by four alternative meanings to each. Choose the most appropriate meaning.
A pearl of wisdom
EnglishIdioms and Phrases
- AAn important piece of news
- BAn important person
- CAn important thing for life
- DAn important piece of advice
Explanation
A "pearl of wisdom" is a valuable, precious saying — an important piece of advice. It is not news, a person, or a vague "thing for life." Hence (D).