Direction : Choose the word which is nearly the same in its meaning to the key word: Dubious:
Question and options
Direction : Choose the word which is nearly the same in its meaning to the key word: Dubious:
- Reliable
- Skeptical
- Rhythmic
- Pleasing
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B - Skeptical
Dubious means doubtful or hesitant about something (e.g. 'dubious about the plan'), i.e. skeptical. Reliable is roughly the opposite; rhythmic and pleasing are unrelated.
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