Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Antonyms

Question:

Choose the correct antonym for Loquacious from the options given below.

Options:

taciturn

moody

garrulous

eloquent

Correct Answer:

taciturn

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (1) → taciturn

  • Loquacious (Adjective): Tending to talk a great deal; talkative.

  • Taciturn (Adjective): Reserved or uncommunicative in speech; saying little.

    Why the Other Options Are Incorrect: 

  • Garrulous is a synonym of loquacious (meaning excessively talkative, especially on trivial matters).

  • Eloquent means fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing (related to speech quality, not quantity).

  • Moody means given to unpredictable changes of mood, especially sudden bouts of gloom or displeasure (unrelated to talking).