Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Antonyms

Question:

Choose the antonym for Loquacity from the options given below:-

Options:

Impetuosity

Frivolity

Taciturnity

Superfluity

Correct Answer:

Taciturnity

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) → Taciturnity

Loquacity means talkativeness or the tendency to speak a lot.

Taciturnity – means being quiet, reserved, or unwilling to talk; the direct opposite of loquacity.

Other options:
Impetuosity – acting impulsively; unrelated to talking.
Frivolity – lack of seriousness; not opposite to talkativeness.
Superfluity – excess or surplus; unrelated to speech.