Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word or phrase which is opposite in meaning to the word given below.

Derivative

  1. Imitative

  2. Original

  3. Spin-off

  4. Lacking in originality

  5. By-product
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Derivative means something that is derived or copied from another source, lacking originality. Original is the direct opposite, referring to something that is the first of its kind or not copied. Imitative (A) is actually similar to derivative, while spin-off (E) and by-product (E) are types of derivative things.

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