Question

antonyms
choose the word or form of the word from this unit that is most nearly opposite in meaning as
the boldface word or expression in the phrase. enter that word in the space provided. use a
dictionary if necessary.

1. only supports causes that diminish their power

1. used tasteful language

1. the disinclination to take risks

1. has a cosmopolitan existence

1. remained weak after the crisis

Explanation:

1. Diminish means to make smaller or less. Aggrandize means to make larger or greater. So, "aggrandize" is the antonym.
2. Tasteful means having good taste. Scurrilous means vulgar or offensive. So, "scurrilous" is the antonym.
3. Disinclination means lack of willingness. Propensity means a natural tendency. So, "propensity" is the antonym.
4. Cosmopolitan means worldly or international. Insular means isolated or narrow - minded. So, "insular" is the antonym.
5. Weak means lacking strength. Resilient means able to recover quickly from difficulties. So, "resilient" is the antonym.

Answer:

1. aggrandize
2. scurrilous
3. propensity
4. insular
5. resilient