Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word opposite in meaning to the word given in capital letters.

OBEISANCE

  1. Deference

  2. Reverence

  3. Anger

  4. Disrespect

  5. .
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D Correct answer
Explanation

This is the correct option. Disrespect is to treat someone without due regard, respect or attentiveness whereas obeisance is a gesture expressing respect, such as a bow or curtsy. Obeisance is also a movement of the body expressing deep respect or deferential courtesy. Both are opposite in meaning to each other.

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