From the list of words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearest opposite in meaning to the underlined word or group of words and that will, at the same time correctly fill in the gap in the sentence. The exotic bird looked resplendent; its bright plumage contrasted with the rather _________ undergrowth

From the list of words or group of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearest opposite in meaning to the underlined word or group of words and that will, at the same time correctly fill in the gap in the sentence.

The exotic bird looked resplendent; its bright plumage contrasted with the rather _________ undergrowth

A immobile
B foreign
C bright
D drab

jamb 2020 english-language

The correct answer is D. drab

Resplendent simply means shiny and colourful as opposed to Drab which means 'dull'

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