Select the word or phrase which is closest to the OPPOSITE (an antonym) in meaning of the bold word or phrase (shown in quotes). The "incessant" noise of the boring machine made it difficult for us…
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Select the word or phrase which is closest to the OPPOSITE (an antonym) in meaning of the bold word or phrase (shown in quotes).
The "incessant" noise of the boring machine made it difficult for us to get to sleep at night
The "incessant" noise of the boring machine made it difficult for us to get to sleep at night
- Intermittent
- Harsh
- Soft
- Constant
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A - Intermittent
Incessant means continuing without pause; the opposite is intermittent (stopping and starting). Constant is a synonym; harsh and soft relate to quality of sound, not continuity.
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