The public was <u>sceptical</u> about the new government policy.
Directions: Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words/group of words. Select the option that is <strong>NEAREST IN MEANING</strong> to the underlined word and mark your response on the Answer Sheet accordingly.
- A. hopeful
- B. anxious
- C. doubtful ✓
- D. expectant
Correct Answer: C. doubtful
Explanation
Sceptical means not easily convinced or having doubts or reservations, making it synonymous with doubtful.
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