Select the word opposite in meaning to the given word:- Loquacious
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is Option (4) → Taciturn
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Loquacious (Adjective) means tending to talk a great deal; talkative.
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Taciturn (Adjective) means reserved or uncommunicative in speech; saying little. This is the direct antonym.
Other Options:
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Talkative is a synonym of Loquacious.
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Garrulous is a strong synonym of Loquacious (excessively talkative, especially about trivial matters).
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Diligent means having or showing care and conscientiousness in one's work or duties. (Unrelated to speech).