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English • Synonyms & AntonymsMedium

Choose the word opposite in meaning to “Diligent”.

A. Industrious
B. Fragrant
C. Negligent✓ Correct Answer
D. Distant

💡 Solution & Explanation

“Diligent” means careful and hardworking. “Negligent” means the opposite, so it is the antonym. “Industrious” has the same meaning (a synonym), and “Fragrant” and “Distant” are not related in meaning.

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