Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence.
Essays must be concise .
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Lengthy.
Concise means brief and to the point, without unnecessary details.
Example: A good speaker delivers a concise message without rambling.
Lengthy means long and detailed, often unnecessarily so.
Example: His speech was too lengthy, and people lost interest.
Meaning of the other words:
Excise: To remove or cut out.
Precise: Exact, accurate, or clearly defined.
Total: The whole amount or sum of something.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.