Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the option that is nearly opposite in meaning to the following word.

DEFERENCE

  1. aversion

  2. resignation

  3. suspicion

  4. inattention

  5. contempt

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
E Correct answer
Explanation

Deference means courteous respect submission or connections, yielding to the opinion, wishes and judgement of others, admiration, respect, esteem accorded as right or due. Contempt means disparaging or haughty disdain, as for something base or unworthy, scorn.