SUPERCILIOUS:
(A)
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- \( \text{castigating} \)
- \( \text{obsequious} \)
- \( \text{reclusive} \)
- \( \text{rambunctious} \)
- \( \text{abrasive} \)
The Correct Option is B
Solution and Explanation
Step 2: Options: castigating scolding, obsequious servile, reclusive
solitary, rambunctious unruly, abrasive harsh.
Step 3: Obsequious (overly submissive) is the opposite of arrogance.
Step 4: Others don’t directly counter superiority.
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