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Examine this sentence.

Despite heavy resistance, she did not give up-she was
dauntless in her pursuit of the truth.

Which of the following has the MOST similar connotative meaning to the word dauntless?

•uncertain

•fearless

•impulsive

•inflexible

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Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

fearless

dauntless and fearless are synonyms. The difference is that fearless is without any fear at all. Dauntless allows for fear, but with effort the fear can be overcome.

Uncertain: shows a hesitancy about what is to be done. Neither of the two words suggest uncertainty.

Impulsive: action that is not well thought out. Neither of the words suggest that an action is impulsive.

Inflexible does not have to do with fear. It just means that there is no turning back from a course of action that others may more open to alternatives.

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