Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Pugnacious
Answer
Correct Answer : d ) Pusillanimity
Explanation :‘Pugnacious’ means one who is always willing or eager to fight.
‘Compulsive’ means resulting from or relating to an irresistible urge.
‘Profuse’ means very plentiful.
‘Hubbub’ means chaos or ruckus.
‘Pusillanimity’ means lack of bravery.
After looking at all the meanings, the antonym to ‘Pugnacious’ is ‘Pusillanimity’.
Hence, the correct answer is option d.
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