Answer the following question below and choose the option opposite in meaning to the underlined word or phrase…

Analyze the question: You need the word opposite in meaning to "reticent" (the underlined word).

Explain the concept: Reticent means reserved, quiet, or unwilling to speak freely or share thoughts. Its antonym should describe someone who talks a lot or is open and expressive.

Check each option:

• A. disapproving means showing dislike or criticism. This has no link to talking or silence.
• B. disciplinarian is a person who enforces strict rules. This is a noun and is unrelated.
• C. contemplative means thoughtful or deep in thought. It is actually closer to quiet and reflective, so it is similar to reticent, not opposite.
• D. loquacious means talkative, fond of talking a lot. This is the direct opposite of reticent.

Answer: The correct option is D. loquacious.

Tip: Link word roots to meanings. Loqu- comes from Latin "to speak" (as in eloquent, soliloquy). So loquacious = speaking a lot, while reticent comes from a root meaning "to keep silent." Whenever you see an antonym question, first define the word in your own simple terms (here: "quiet"), then look for the option that means the reverse ("talkative").