Question

antonyms
choose the word or form of the word from this unit that is most nearly opposite in meaning as the boldface word or expression in the phrase. enter that word in the space provided. use a dictionary if necessary.

1. chronic muscle contractions
2. behave in a reckless manner
3. delivered a valid argument
4. made infrequent visits
5. retained the title to the plot of land

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Explanation:

Antonyms are words with opposite meanings. For each bold term, the opposite is determined based on standard vocabulary.

1. "chronic" (long-lasting) → opposite is "acute" (short-term).
2. "reckless" (careless) → opposite is "cautious" (careful).
3. "valid" (sound) → opposite is "invalid" (unsound).
4. "infrequent" (rare) → opposite is "frequent" (often).
5. "retained" (kept) → opposite is "lost" (no longer held).

Answer:

1. acute
2. cautious
3. invalid
4. frequent
5. lost