Question

use your knowledge of greek and latin roots to find the word which best replaces the underlined word.
his belligerent disposition made him completely unlikable.
a. mean c. devious
b. sweet d. quarrelsome
please select the best answer from the choices provided
a
b
c
d

Explanation:

The root “belli -” means war. “Belligerent” implies a tendency to fight or argue. “Quarrelsome” (always ready to quarrel) is the closest in meaning. “Mean” (unkind) is too broad. “Sweet” (pleasant) is the opposite. “Devious” (sneaky) is unrelated.

Answer:

D. quarrelsome