For this question, choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase in italics The idea makes me cringe

Step 1: Analyze the question You are asked to find the word opposite in meaning to cringe in the sentence "The idea makes me cringe."

Step 2: Explain the concept To cringe means to shrink back or flinch in fear, embarrassment, or disgust. It suggests cowering or showing weakness in the face of something unpleasant. So the opposite should suggest standing firm, being unafraid, or showing courage.

Step 3: Check each option

• A. quiver: to shake slightly, often from fear or excitement. This is close to cringe, so it is a synonym, not an antonym.
• B. tremble: to shake from fear or cold. It is also similar in meaning to cringe.
• C. resolute: firm, determined, unflinching. This is the opposite of cringing or shrinking back in fear.
• D. writhe: to twist the body in discomfort or distress. This is also similar to cringe, since it describes a reaction to something unpleasant.

Step 4: Answer Three of the options (A, B, D) describe shaking or recoiling, so they are synonyms. Only resolute shows the firmness and lack of flinching that contrasts with cringe.

The correct answer is C. resolute.

Exam tip: When three options mean roughly the same thing and one stands apart, the odd one out is often the antonym in an "opposite in meaning" question. Always check whether the options cluster as synonyms first.