Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Antonyms

Question:

Select the word that is opposite in meaning (ANTONYM) to the word given below

Timorous

Options:

Brazen

Scared

Gutless

Reserved

Correct Answer:

Brazen

Explanation:

The word that is opposite in meaning to timid is brazen.

  • Timid means showing a lack of courage or confidence; easily frightened.
  • Brazen means showing no fear or shame; impudent.

The other words do not have the opposite meaning of timid.

  • Scared means feeling fear or apprehension.
  • Gutless means lacking courage or determination.
  • Reserved means not revealing one's thoughts or feelings easily; uncommunicative.