Multiple choice

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

Captious

  1. stupid

  2. critical

  3. praising

  4. suffering

  5. stimulating
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Captious means tending to find fault or raise petty objections. Praising means expressing approval or admiration. They are opposites in terms of critical versus appreciative behavior.

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