Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the lettered word or phrase that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters.

EFFRONTERY :

  1. Charity

  2. Deference

  3. Simplicity

  4. Deceitfulness

  5. Stupidity
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Explanation

Effrontery means shameless, impudent, or brazen boldness - behaving without respect or proper deference. The opposite quality is deference - showing respect, regard, or submission to proper authority. Deference directly contrasts with disrespectful boldness.

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