Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters.

BARREN

  1. Wintry

  2. Arid

  3. Balmy

  4. Fertile
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The word barren means unproductive or incapable of creating offspring. Land is barren if it cannot produce fruit or vegetation. The opposite of barren is being able to create life. Because fertile means capable of producing vegetation, it is the correct option.

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