Question

Choose the word/phrase which is opposite in meaning to the underlined word/phrase in the sentence-
He is a very timid person.
a) Dashing
b) Outgoing
c) Bold
d) Chivalrous

Answer 1

Hint:
The dictionary meaning of the word “timid” is showing a lack of courage or confidence. For example: I was too timid to ask for what I wanted.

Complete answer:
Timid is an adjective that means overly cautious or fearful like a timid driver who drives very slowly or avoids highways altogether. A person who is nervous and shy, prudent. In the given question we are asked to give the opposite of the word “timid”.
Now, let us examine all the given options to find out the correct answer:
Option ‘a’ is Dashing. It is an adjective which means attractive, adventures and full of confidence. For example : A dashing young pilot.
Option ‘b’ is Outgoing. It is an adjective that describes if someone is friendly or has an easy personality. For example: I am the only outgoing person in our group.
Option ‘c’ is Bold. It is an adjective which means – (of a person) showing a willingness to take risks; confident and courageous. For example : A bold attempt to solve this crisis.
Option ‘d’ is Chivalrous. It is an adjective which means courtiers and gallant, especially towards women. For example: He is chivalrous.
As we’ve analyzed all the given options we can easily figure out the correct answer. Here, the opposite of the word timid is bold.So, the correct answer is “Option c”.

Note:
Don’t consider “dashing” as the opposite of “timid” because dashing is more of an outer appearance thing whereas timid is inbuilt.