In the question below choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) Underlined:

The explosive growth of world population has not been caused by a sudden increase in human fertility

  • A fantastic
  • B gradual
  • C combustible
  • D dangerous

The correct answer is B. gradual

The word explosive means sudden, rapid or violent. The word gradual means slow, steady or gentle. These words are opposite in meaning. Therefore, the option that is opposite in meaning to the word underlined is gradual.

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