Question

    Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the bold word.

    The new Principal of the school is stern , yet he understands the needs of his subordinates.

    A Flippant Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Lenient Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Desolate Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Noxious Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Stern means ‘Lenient’; ‘Flippant’ means not showing a serious or respectful attitude; Desolate means showing great unhappiness or loneliness; Noxious means Harmful, Poisonous or very unpleasant.

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