Question 57
Idioms and Phrasal VerbsChoose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics: In those days, an ordinary school drop-out would come around putting on airs
- A.trying to impress people
- B.trying to oppress people
- C.wearing flashy clothes
- D.dressed in light materials
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: A (trying to impress people)
Explanation
'Putting on airs' means behaving as if one is more important than one is, to impress people.