Question

Choose the antonym: BOLD

• A. Fearful
• B. Coy
• C. Timid
• D. Nervous

Hint:

Boldness is about having courage and confidence. Timidity is about lacking courage and confidence. They are direct antonyms.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

The word "Bold" means showing a willingness to take risks; confident and courageous. We are looking for the best antonym. \[\begin{array}{rl} \bullet & \text{(A) Fearful: Feeling fear or anxiety. This is a good opposite.} \\ \bullet & \text{(B) Coy: Making a pretense of shyness or modesty that is intended to be alluring. This relates to personality but isn't a direct opposite of courageous.} \\ \bullet & \text{(C) Timid: Showing a lack of courage or confidence; easily frightened. This is the most direct and classic antonym for Bold.} \\ \bullet & \text{(D) Nervous: Easily agitated or alarmed; anxious. This is a state of being, while bold and timid are more like character traits.} \\ \end{array}\] While 'fearful' is close, 'Timid' is the most precise antonym for 'Bold' as it directly contrasts the lack of courage with the presence of it.