Multiple choice

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

Desultory

  1. Indiscriminate

  2. Methodical

  3. Chaotic

  4. Random

  5. Halfhearted
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Desultory means lacking a plan, purpose, or regular pattern - random and haphazard. Methodical (B) is the opposite, meaning systematic, orderly, and following a logical plan. Chaotic (C), indiscriminate (A), and random (D) are all similar to desultory, while halfhearted (E) is unrelated.

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