Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word or phrase opposite in meaning to the key word.

Carping

  1. acquiescent

  2. mean

  3. corporal

  4. limited

  5. cultivating
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Carping means being critical, fault-finding, or complaining. Acquiescent means compliant or agreeing without protest. They are opposites in terms of critical versus accepting behavior.

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