Direction: In the following questions, choose the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
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Flippant
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- Earnest
- Warm
- Urgent
- Busy
Correct Option: A
Earnest (Adjective) = showing sincere and intense conviction; serious and determined.
Flippant (Adjective) = not showing a serious or respectful attitude ; frivolous ; thoughtless Look at the sentences : Gandhi was a very earnest fighter. My flippant response earned me an angry glance from my instructor.