Choose the option opposite in meaning to the word or phrase in italics The chairman is Parsimonious

Analyze the question: You need the word opposite in meaning to "parsimonious."

Explain the concept: Parsimonious means extremely unwilling to spend money, i.e. stingy, miserly, or very frugal. It describes someone who holds on tightly to money. It is an adjective, so the antonym must also be an adjective describing attitude toward spending or giving.

Solution, option by option:

• A. Avaricious means greedy for wealth. This is a synonym (similar meaning), so it is wrong.
• B. Thrifty means careful with money. This is close to parsimonious, so it is also not the opposite.
• C. Generous means willing to give and spend freely. This is the direct opposite of stingy or miserly.
• D. Accustomed means used to something. It has no connection to money, so it is irrelevant.

Answer: The opposite of parsimonious (stingy) is generous, which is option C.

Tip: In "opposite in meaning" questions, first spot the synonyms in the options and eliminate them. Here, avaricious and thrifty are the "trap" options because they point the same way as the given word. Remember: parsimonious = "par" like "pinching pennies", so the opposite is someone who gives freely.