Which word is most nearly the opposite of 'frugal'?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. wasteful
- Step 1: 'Frugal' means careful and economical with resources. Step 2. The opposite is spending carelessly, which is 'wasteful'. Answer: wasteful. Why not the others: 'Thrifty' is a synonym; 'generous' concerns giving rather than careless spending.
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