Question

Choose the word/phrase which is opposite in meaning to the bold word/phrase in the sentence.
He is adamant on going.

• A. confused
• B. lenient
• C. stressing
• D. indecisive
• E. yielding

Answer 1

Answer: (E)

yielding

The word 'adamant' refers to someone refusing to be persuaded or to change one's mind.
Option A, confused refers to someone unable to think clearly.
Option B, lenient refers to being more merciful and tolerant than expected.
Option C, stressing refers to being subject to pressure or tension.

Option D, indecisive refers to not being able to make decisions quickly and effectively.

Option E, yielding refers to giving way under pressure.

Thus, according to the meaning, the word 'yielding' is the opposite of the word 'adamant'.