Multiple choice

Directions: Against each key word are given four suggested meanings. Choose the word or phrase which is most nearly the same to the key word.

Rigorous

  1. Tender

  2. Melodious

  3. Stern

  4. Lenient
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Rigorous means extremely thorough, exhaustive, or strict - not allowing any deviations or looseness. Stern captures the strict and severe aspect. Tender, Lenient are antonyms meaning gentle or permissive. Melodious relates to pleasant sounds, which is unrelated.

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