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Although the key witness promised to give a CANDID account of the event during the trial, her testimony was full of contradictions. Which word is most nearly opposite in meaning to CANDID as used in the sentence?

  1. A
    frank
  2. evasiveCevap
  3. C
    outspoken
  4. D
    cordial

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The word most nearly opposite in meaning to 'candid' is 'evasive'.
In the given context, 'candid' describes a statement that is truthful, open, and frank. The word 'evasive' means deliberately avoiding directness or revealing information, making it the exact opposite in meaning.

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1
Determine the contextual meaning of the target word
In the context of the sentence, 'candid' means frank, open, straightforward, and honest.
Understanding the target word's meaning in context is necessary before identifying its antonym.
2
Identify the opposite meaning required
The opposite of an open and honest account is one that is secretive, deceptive, or avoiding direct answers.
The sentence contrasts the expectation of a candid account with testimony that was contradictory and misleading.
3
Evaluate the choices to select the true antonym
'Evasive' means deliberately uninformative or avoiding directness, serving as the direct contextual antonym to 'candid'.
'Frank' and 'outspoken' are synonyms, while 'cordial' refers to friendliness rather than honesty.

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