Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word that best expresses the meaning of the given word.

OBNOXIOUS

  1. Benignant

  2. Clement

  3. Odious

  4. Humane
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The question asks for a word similar in meaning to OBNOXIOUS, which means extremely unpleasant or objectionable. 'Benignant', 'Clement', and 'Humane' all relate to kindness or mercy - the opposite of obnoxious. 'Odious' means hateful or detestable, which is the closest synonym to obnoxious among the options. Both words describe something extremely unpleasant or offensive.

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