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Choose from the options lettered A - E the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning ...

Choose from the options lettered A - E the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word

John is a very industrious man though people think he is ____________
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  • A Dull
  • B Indifferent
  • C Ineffective
  • D Inefficient
  • E Idle
Correct Answer: Option E
Explanation:
Industrious means to be diligent and hard-working.
Idle is the most nearly opposite in meaning to industrious. It means (of a person) avoiding work; lazy.

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