Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Sailors are usually dauntless in their exploits.
A
selfless
B
ruthless
C
excited
D
frightened
Verified Correct Answer: D.
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Dauntless means fearless, brave or not easily intimidated. Therefore, its opposite is frightened, which means afraid or fearful.
Sailors are usually dauntless in their exploits.
≈ Sailors are usually fearless in their exploits.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11874)