Antonyms Questions and Answer

Vikram Singh11 months ago 1.8K Views Join Examsbookapp store google play
Antonyms Questions and Answer
Q :  

Choose the correct antonym of the following word from the options given below:
 Calm

(A) excite

(B) pacify

(C) please

(D) pleasant


Correct Answer : A
Explanation :

"Calm" and "excite" are opposites, with calm representing a state of tranquility or lack of agitation, while excite indicates an increase in energy or agitation.


Q :  

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Upgrade

(A) Advance

(B) Lean

(C) Demote

(D) Elevate


Correct Answer : C
Explanation :

"Upgrade" involves improving or raising to a higher level, so the opposite or antonym would be "Demote," which involves lowering or reducing to a lower level. Therefore, option (C) Demote is the most suitable antonym in this context.



Q :  

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Flabby 

(A) Long

(B) Plump

(C) Firm

(D) Stretched


Correct Answer : C
Explanation :

"Flabby" describes something that is soft, loose, or lacking firmness. Therefore, "Firm" is the opposite, indicating solidity or a lack of flabbiness.



Q :  

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence.
The kids have been pestering me to buy them new toys.

(A) pacifying

(B) perturbing

(C) bugging

(D) Tormenting


Correct Answer : A
Explanation :

"Pacifying" means calming or soothing, which is the opposite of "pestering," indicating persistent annoyance or bothering.


Q :  

Choose the correct antonym of the following word from the options given below:
 Shallow

(A) deep

(B) long

(C) short

(D) brief


Correct Answer : A
Explanation :

"Shallow" refers to something having little depth, while "deep" represents the opposite, indicating a significant depth.



Q :  

Choose the correct antonym of the following word from the options given below:
 Exodus

(A) Outflow

(B) Homecoming

(C) Return back

(D) Restoration


Correct Answer : B
Explanation :

"Exodus" refers to a mass departure or exit of people, often used to describe a large group leaving a place. The antonym, "Homecoming," signifies a return or arrival back to one's home or place of origin. Therefore, "Homecoming" is the opposite of "Exodus" as it involves people coming back home rather than leaving.



Q :  

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Moil 

(A) Cultivate

(B) Grow

(C) Discourage

(D) Work


Correct Answer : C
Explanation :

"Moil" means to work hard or toil, so the opposite or antonym would be "Discourage," which implies dissuading from effort or work. Therefore, option (C) Discourage is the most suitable antonym in this context.



Q :  

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
 Evident 

(A) Obvious

(B) Indistinct

(C) Stubborn

(D) Irritable


Correct Answer : B
Explanation :
"Evident" means clear and obvious, so the opposite or antonym would be "Indistinct," which indicates something not clear or not easily perceived. Therefore, option (B) Indistinct is the most suitable antonym in this context.



Q :  

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Agitate

(A) Blame

(B) Strike

(C) Distress

(D) Soothe


Correct Answer : D
Explanation :

"Agitate" means to disturb, excite, or make anxious. The opposite or antonym would be "Soothe," which means to calm or pacify. Therefore, option (D) Soothe is the most suitable antonym in this context.



Q :  

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
 Insatiable 

(A) Urgent

(B) Fulfilled

(C) Greedy

(D) Insistent


Correct Answer : B
Explanation :

"Insatiable" refers to an inability to be satisfied or appeased. The opposite or antonym would be "Fulfilled," indicating a state of being satisfied or content. Therefore, option (B) Fulfilled is the most suitable antonym in this context.



Showing page 2 of 4

    Choose from these tabs.

    You may also like

    About author

    Vikram Singh

    Providing knowledgable questions of Reasoning and Aptitude for the competitive exams.

    Read more articles

      Report Error: Antonyms Questions and Answer

    Please Enter Message
    Error Reported Successfully