Multiple choice

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

PERSISTENCE

  1. inequality

  2. inconstancy

  3. irrelevance

  4. incompetence

  5. intemperance
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Persistence means continuing firmly in a course of action despite difficulty or opposition. Inconstancy refers to lack of stability or consistency, making it the direct opposite. The other options (inequality, irrelevance, incompetence, intemperance) do not contrast with the concept of steadfastness.

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