Antonyms: Match the word with the word or phrase most nearly its opposite.

13.


(5 pt)

minutia


A.

a significant idea


B.

an influential person


C.

a simple explanation


D.

a set of instructions

Verified Answer :

The word "minutia" comes from the Latin word "minutus" which then became the word "minute" in English. Then in the mid 18th century, it became "minutiae". This word means a minor detail that is often neglected. Therefore, the opposite of the word "minutia" is option A. A significant idea.