Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word/phrase nearest in meaning to the underlined word/phrase in the sentence below.

My father is a very stern man.

  1. liberal

  2. emotional

  3. indulgent

  4. strict
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Stern means serious, strict, or unyielding in attitude or manner. A stern person is firm and uncompromising. Liberal and indulgent are antonyms (lenient/permissive), while emotional refers to feelings rather than strictness of character.

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