Multiple choice Directions: Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to the given word. Stern Study Upright Lenient None of these Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself C Correct answer Explanation Stern means serious, strict, or severe in manner or attitude. Lenient means more merciful, tolerant, or permissive, making it the correct antonym. Study means to learn, upright means honest, and neither matches the opposite meaning.