https://www.gregmat.com/problems/verbal?problem=the-statue-unveiled-to-commemorate
Here’s how I solved:
Anything but = Everything except
Ironic = Surprising
The author states / line states in a simplified manner- The statue was everything except _____, which is ironic because he lived a flamboyant lifestyle.
According to this reasoning and understanding, the blank should be filled with a synonym of flamboyant.
humdrum - contrasting, so out
futuristic - no evidence, so out
arresting - keep, not sure about meaning
impetuous - keep, a flamboyant person can be impetuous
redundant - contrasting, so out
How do i select between option C & D? Is my process and understanding correct?