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Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined words : Most of his observations…

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined words :

Most of his observations were wide of the mark

  • A.
    comprehensive
  • B.
    irrelevant
  • C.
    pertinent
  • D.
    came rather late
  • E.
    unacceptable
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation

In this context, wide of the mark means to be irrelevant, incorrect or inaccurate.