Select the most appropriate idiom/phrase that can substitute the given group of words.

The better you know someone the less you like him.

The correct answer is: Option 4 i.e. Familiarity breeds contempt.

Key Points

• The phrase "Familiarity breeds contempt" means that the more you know someone and become familiar with their flaws and shortcomings, the less respect or admiration you have for them. (परिचय का अपमान करना)
  • Example: After working closely with his idol for a year, he realized that familiarity breeds contempt.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 4 i.e., Familiarity breeds contempt.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Save for a rainy day (मुसीबत के लिए बचाना): To save money or resources for a time when they will be needed.
  • Example: She always saves for a rainy day to ensure she's prepared for any unexpected expenses.
• Spill the beans (राज़ खोल देना): To reveal secret information or a surprise.
  • Example: Please don't spill the beans about the surprise party tonight.
• The elephant in the room (सभी को दिखते हुए भी अनदेखी की जाने वाली महत्वपूर्ण बात): An obvious problem or controversial issue that no one wants to talk about.
  • Example: The budget cuts were the elephant in the room during the meeting, but no one addressed them.