Multiple choice

Directions: Against each key word are given five suggested meanings. Choose the word or phrase which is the same in meaning to the key word.

Bumptious

  1. conceited

  2. courteous

  3. simple

  4. affable

  5. adorable
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Explanation

Bumptious describes someone who is arrogantly self-assertive or conceited. "Courteous," "simple," "affable," and "adorable" describe positive, modest traits that are opposite in meaning.

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