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The manager remained CANDID during the discussion about the company's financial performance. Which word is most nearly opposite in meaning to the capitalized word?

  1. DeceitfulAnswer
  2. B
    Frank
  3. C
    Sweet
  4. D
    Candied

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The word most nearly opposite in meaning to CANDID is 'Deceitful'.
The word 'candid' means truthful, frank, and open. The word 'deceitful' means misleading or dishonest, which is directly opposite in meaning to 'candid'.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Determine the contextual meaning of the target word.
In the sentence, 'candid' means frank, honest, and straightforward.
Understanding the target word's meaning is essential before searching for its antonym.
2
Identify the word that expresses the opposite meaning.
'Deceitful' means dishonest or misleading, which is the direct opposite of 'candid'.
The question asks for the word opposite in meaning (antonym).

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Antonyms and Words Opposite in Meaning
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