Choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
The officer was given an invidious task?
A
vivid
B
cruel
C
pleasant
D
difficult
Verified Correct Answer: C.
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The word "invidious" in this context means "likely to arouse resentment or anger in others." Therefore, the opposite of "invidious" would be more agreeable or favourable.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11930)