In the question four alternatives are given for the underlined word in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the opposite meaning of the word.
“Well, what if it is? You are not afraid of anything, you know,” returned the boy, looking wicked.
- ARighteous
- BClean
- CEvil
- DImproper
Solution & Step-by-step Explanation
The word 'wicked' means evil, morally wrong, or bad. The exact opposite (antonym) is 'Righteous', which means morally right or justifiable.
* 'Clean' means free from dirt.
* 'Evil' is a synonym for wicked.
* 'Improper' means not in accordance with accepted standards.
* 'Clean' means free from dirt.
* 'Evil' is a synonym for wicked.
* 'Improper' means not in accordance with accepted standards.