In the sentence 'His ideas were radical', what is the most appropriate ANTONYM of the word 'radical'?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Conservative.
Given word: Radical
Meaning: Relating to thorough or complete change; extreme in nature.
Example: He proposed radical reforms to improve the education system.
Antonym:
Antonym: Conservative
Meaning: Preferring to maintain existing conditions; cautious about change.
Example: She held conservative views on social policies.
Meaning of the other words:
Progressive: Favoring social reform or new ideas, similar to radical, not an antonym.
Extreme: Very far from moderate; similar in intensity to radical.
Innovative: Introducing new ideas, not opposite of radical.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.