Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word.
The patient found the doctor to be obtuse and distracted by constant calls on his phone.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. astute.
"Obtuse" in this context means lacking sharpness or intelligence, particularly in understanding or perceiving things.
"Astute," on the other hand, means having or showing an ability to accurately assess situations or people and turn this to one's advantage.