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ANTONYM EXAM / FIVE CHOICES

Choose the closest opposite.

10 questions. Consider the intended sense of each word. Choose one answer, A through E, before checking the explanations.

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1Deference (respectful yielding): Out of deference to the experienced guide, the travelers followed her recommendation. Which option is most nearly opposite in this use?
2Defunct (no longer operating): The defunct journal had published nothing for several decades. Which option is most nearly opposite in this use?
3Denigrate (disparage unfairly): The rival tried to denigrate the volunteers' achievement rather than acknowledge it. Which option is most nearly opposite in this use?
4Desiccate (remove moisture): The warm, dry air would desiccate the clay before the artist could shape it. Which option is most nearly opposite in this use?
5Despondent (deeply discouraged): After the third rejection, the despondent inventor doubted that any plan could succeed. Which option is most nearly opposite in this use?
6Destitute (lacking basic material resources): The fictional family became destitute after losing its home and every source of income. Which option is most nearly opposite in this use?
7Desultory (lacking a consistent plan): Their desultory search jumped from shelf to shelf without a method. Which option is most nearly opposite in this use?
8Deter (discourage an action): The warning was intended to deter visitors from entering the unsafe room. Which option is most nearly opposite in this use?
9Diffident (lacking self-confidence): The diffident speaker doubted her ability despite careful preparation. Which option is most nearly opposite in this use?
10Diffuse (spread over a wide area): The diffuse glow spread gently across the whole wall rather than forming one bright spot. Which option is most nearly opposite in this use?
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