Antonyms Questions Practice Question and Answer

Q:

Which of the following is the antonym of Relinquish?

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    Abdicate
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    Renounce
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    Possess
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    Deny
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Answer : 3. "Possess"
Explanation :

"Relinquish" means to give up or let go of something, while "Possess" means to own or have something.


Q:

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

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    excite
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    pacify
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    please
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    pleasant
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Answer : 1. "excite"
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

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    Advance
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    Lean
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    Demote
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    Elevate
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Answer : 3. "Demote "
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 

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    Long
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    Plump
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    Firm
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    Stretched
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Answer : 3. "Firm "
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.

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    pacifying
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    perturbing
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    bugging
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    Tormenting
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Answer : 1. "pacifying "
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

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    deep
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    long
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    short
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    brief
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Answer : 1. "deep"
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

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    Outflow
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    Homecoming
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    Return back
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    Restoration
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Answer : 2. "Homecoming"
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 

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    Cultivate
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    Grow
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    Discourage
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    Work
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Answer : 3. "Discourage "
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.


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