The official accused of espionage was found to be <u>disingenuous</u>.
Directions (Q. Nos. 11 to 20) : Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words. Select the word that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response on the Answer Sheet accordingly.
- A. scrupulous ✓
- B. duplicitous
- C. mendacious
- D. perfidious
Correct Answer: A. scrupulous
Explanation
Disingenuous means not candid or sincere. Scrupulous means very concerned to avoid doing wrong or being honest, making it the antonym.
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