Directions: Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words or group of words. Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response on the answer sheet accordingly.
She performed all her duties conscientiously
Understanding the Word: Conscientiously
The question asks for the word that has the opposite meaning to the underlined word 'conscientiously'. First, let's understand what 'conscientiously' means. Performing a task 'conscientiously' means doing it with great care, diligence, and attention to detail. It implies doing something thoroughly and in accordance with one's conscience or sense of duty.
Analyzing the Options
We need to find the word from the options that means the opposite of 'conscientiously'. Let's examine each option:
- assiduously: This means showing great care, attention, and effort. It is very similar in meaning to 'conscientiously'.
- carelessly: This means without proper attention or care; in a negligent way. This seems to be the opposite of 'conscientiously'.
- painstakingly: This means done with great care and thoroughness, taking pains. This is also similar in meaning to 'conscientiously'.
- scrupulously: This means in a meticulous and extremely careful way, with great attention to detail. This is another word very close in meaning to 'conscientiously'.
Determining the Opposite Meaning
Based on the definitions, 'conscientiously' implies carefulness and diligence. The words 'assiduously', 'painstakingly', and 'scrupulously' all share this sense of carefulness.
Conversely, 'carelessly' means a lack of care and attention. Therefore, 'carelessly' is the word that is opposite in meaning to 'conscientiously'.
When someone performs duties conscientiously, they do them well and carefully. When they perform them carelessly, they do them poorly and without attention.
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