Question

Choose the correct meaning of “taciturnity.”

• A. Cheerfulness
• B. Talkativeness
• C. Habit of speaking very little
• D. Informal language

Hint:

Remember: \[ \text{Taciturn} \rightarrow \text{Silent / Reserved} \] Opposite: \[ \text{Talkative or loquacious} \]

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Concept: Taciturnity refers to the quality of being reserved or speaking very little. Step 1: {Understand the related adjective.} The adjective form is: \[ \text{Taciturn} \] meaning: \[ \text{Quiet or uncommunicative} \] Step 2: {Identify the correct meaning.} A taciturn person:
Speaks very little
Avoids unnecessary conversation
Is reserved in speech
Thus: \[ \boxed{\text{Option (C)}} \]