Choose the option that is most nearly OPPOSITE in meaning to the word in italics. The market woman was known for her *frugal* lifestyle despite her wealth.
Athrifty
Bmodest
CextravagantCORRECT
Dindustrious
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Why the answer is C, and why the others tempt you.
Frugal means careful with money and avoiding waste. Its antonym is extravagant, which means spending money freely or excessively. Thrifty is a synonym of frugal, while modest and industrious are unrelated antonyms.
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