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Question : Select the word from the options which is exactly opposite in meaning to the bracketed word given in the sentence below.

The company has responded (sluggishly) to these changes in technology.

Option 1: Lethargically

Option 2: Similarly

Option 3: Apathetically

Option 4: Promptly


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Answer (1)
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Correct Answer: Promptly


Solution : The correct choice is the fourth option .

Sluggishly means to move or operate slowly.

Promptly means to act with little or no delay. Thus, it is the opposite of sluggishly .

The meanings of the other options are as follows:

  • Lethargically means doing something with little or no energy.
  • Similarly means in a similar way.
  • Apathetically means to do something without showing interest.

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