Question 234
HardOriginal questionChoose the word most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capitals.
The new tax met with VEHEMENT opposition.
Show the answer and explanation
CorrectNot quiteAnswer D
Correct answer: D
Explanation
Vehement means showing very strong feeling. Mild means gentle and not strong.
Worth noting
Fierce and forceful are synonyms.
- Concept
- A word of the opposite meaning to "vehement"
- Typical timeTypical
- 30 s
- Your timeYours
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