Choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning to the underlined words.
We admire the minister's passionate and dynamic characteristics.
A
cruel and passive
B
kind and forceful
C
passive and charmless
D
charmless and cruel
Verified Correct Answer: C.
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
"Passionate" means having strong emotions or enthusiasm. Its opposite is "passive", which means lacking energy or enthusiasm. "Dynamic" means energetic and active. Its opposite is "charmless", which suggests a lack of appeal or liveliness.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #10776)