Mr Santos Laliga is a [dipsomaniac]

Analyze the question: You need the word that is opposite in meaning to "dipsomaniac."

Explain the concept:

• "Dipsomaniac" comes from Greek dipsa (thirst) + mania (madness). It means a person with an uncontrollable craving for alcohol, i.e. an alcoholic or habitual heavy drinker.
• An antonym is a word with the opposite meaning, so we need someone who does not drink alcohol at all.

Go through the options:

• A. teetotaler: a person who completely abstains from alcoholic drinks. This is the direct opposite of a dipsomaniac. ✔
• B. a drunkard: this is a synonym (same meaning), so it is wrong.
• C. an hater of women: this describes a misogynist and has nothing to do with drinking.
• D. a promiscuous man: this describes sexual behaviour, which is unrelated.

Answer: The correct option is A. teetotaler.

Exam tip: In "opposite meaning" questions, first spot the option that is a synonym (here, "drunkard") and eliminate it, because examiners often include it as a trap. Also remember some related words:

• Dipsomaniac = alcoholic
• Teetotaler = one who abstains from alcohol
• Misogynist = hater of women
• Misanthrope = hater of people