Antonyms Questions Practice Question and Answer

Q:

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
 Dwarf

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    Measurable
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    Medium
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    Tiny
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    Giant
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Answer : 4. "Giant"
Explanation :

A "dwarf" typically refers to something that is smaller than usual, and the opposite or antonym of this would be "Giant," which denotes something much larger or bigger. Therefore, option (D) Giant is the most suitable antonym in this context.


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Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the following sentence.
 I felt terribly jaded after working all weekend.

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    glutted
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    refreshed
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    spent
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    vigorous
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Answer : 2. "refreshed"
Explanation :

"Jaded" describes a state of weariness, fatigue, or lack of enthusiasm. The opposite of this would be feeling "refreshed," indicating a renewed and invigorated state. Therefore, option (B) refreshed is the most appropriate antonym in this context.


Q:

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the following sentence.
 I felt terribly jaded after working all weekend.

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    glutted
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    refreshed
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    spent
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    vigorous
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Answer : 2. "refreshed"
Explanation :

"Jaded" refers to feeling tired, worn out, or lacking enthusiasm due to overexertion or overexposure. The opposite or antonym of feeling jaded is feeling "refreshed," which implies a renewal of energy and a revitalized state. Therefore, option (B) refreshed is the most appropriate antonym in this context.

Q:

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the highlighted word.
 The malice he developed for all caused a lot of damage.

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    avarice
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    grace
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    sympathy
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    oppression
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Answer : 3. "sympathy"
Explanation :

In the context of the sentence, "malice" refers to a desire to cause harm or suffering to others. The opposite or antonym of malice is a positive quality like "grace," which typically conveys kindness, elegance, and goodwill. Therefore, option (B) grace is the most appropriate antonym in this context.


Q:

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
 Primitive

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    Technical
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    Racial
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    Sophisticated
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    Agricultural
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Answer : 3. "Sophisticated"
Explanation :

"Primitive" refers to something that is simple, basic, or undeveloped. On the other hand, "Sophisticated" implies complexity, refinement, and advanced development. Therefore, option (C) Sophisticated is the opposite or antonym of "Primitive."

Q:

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the highlighted word.
 They bestow upon him whatever he wishes

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    intensify
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    gift
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    deny
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    classify
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Answer : 3. "deny"
Explanation :

In the context of the sentence, "bestow" means to give or confer. The opposite or antonym of giving is denying, so option (C) deny is the most appropriate antonym.


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Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the highlighted word.
 His liberal policies were responsible for progress in the community.

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    ineffectual
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    conservative
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    central
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    hysterical
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Answer : 2. " conservative"
Explanation :

In the context of the sentence, "liberal" is used to describe policies that are open to change and progress. The opposite or antonym of "liberal" in this context is "conservative," which implies a preference for maintaining existing traditions and resisting change. Therefore, option (B) conservative is the most appropriate antonym.

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Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the word ‘fertile’ in the given sentence.
The teacher asked, “Wheat is grown in which kind of land – rich, wet, barren and fecund?”

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    Fecund
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    Rich
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    Barren
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    Wet
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Answer : 3. "Barren"
Explanation :

In the context of the sentence, the teacher is asking about the kind of land suitable for growing wheat. "Fertile" means capable of producing abundant vegetation or crops, while "barren" means not suitable for cultivation or lacking in vegetation. Therefore, option (C) Barren is the opposite or antonym of "fertile" in this context.

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