Multiple choice

Directions: Select the alternative that exhibits a relationship contrary to the one in the capitalized pair.

INSIDIOUS : PERFIDIOUS

  1. Caitiff : Dastard

  2. Subterfuge : Naivete

  3. Probity : Integrity

  4. Foolhardy : Temerity
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Both insidious as well as perfidious denote treachery or meanness, thus, they form an synonymous pair. So, an antonym pair should solve our purpose, Caitiff is a mean and evil person, dastard is also cowardly evildoers. Thus, these two words are synonymous pair. Subterfuge is deception and naivete is innocence. Thus, they are antonym pair and therefore, correct answer to this question.

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