Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Laconic
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Verbose
Given word: Laconic
Meaning: Using very few words; brief and to the point
Antonym: Verbose
Meaning: Using more words than needed; wordy
Example: The professor’s verbose lecture lasted for over two hours.
Meaning of the other words:
Concise: Giving a lot of information clearly in few words – similar to laconic
Terse: Sparing in words; abrupt – similar to laconic
Succinct: Briefly and clearly expressed – similar to laconic
Hence, the chosen option will be correct.