He had been <u>vehement</u> in opposing the idea.
Directions: Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words. Select the option that is <strong>OPPOSITE</strong> in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response on the Answer Sheet accordingly.
- A. ardent
- B. subdued ✓
- C. fervent
- D. impassioned
Correct Answer: B. subdued
Explanation
VEHEMENT means showing strong feeling, forceful, or passionate. SUBDUED means quiet and rather reflective or depressed, making it the correct antonym.