Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word or phrase which is most nearly opposite in meaning to the stem word.

IMPETUOUS

  1. discreet

  2. diminutive

  3. meandering

  4. irresolute

  5. obtuse
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Explanation

Impetuous means acting suddenly without thought (impulsive, rash). The opposite is discreet or cautious. Diminutive means tiny, meandering means winding, irresolute means undecided, and obtuse means slow to understand - none are true opposites.

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