2019 · Q64
Each item consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words/group of words. Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word.
The **insolent** nature of the speaker had provoked the members of the house and this led to pandemonium.
EnglishAntonyms
- ARespectful
- BAutocratic
- CImpudent
- DThought provoking
Explanation
"Insolent" means rudely disrespectful; its opposite is "respectful." "Impudent" is actually a synonym of insolent, while "autocratic" and "thought provoking" do not form the direct contrast. Hence (A).