Directions to Solve
In the following questions choose the word which is the exact OPPOSITE of the given words.
1. What is the antonym of “Lavish”?
(a) Extravagant
(b) Luxurious
(c) Sparse
(d) Rich
Answer:
(c) Sparse
Explanation:
“Lavish” means extravagant or abundant, whereas “Sparse” means limited or scanty.
2. What is the antonym of “Mandatory”?
(a) Required
(b) Compulsory
(c) Optional
(d) Necessary
Answer:
(c) Optional
Explanation:
“Mandatory” means required by rule, while “Optional” means not compulsory.
3. What is the antonym of “Neglect”?
(a) Ignore
(b) Overlook
(c) Attend
(d) Disregard
Answer:
(c) Attend
Explanation:
“Neglect” means to fail to care for properly, whereas “Attend” means to give care or attention.
4. What is the antonym of “Optimism”?
(a) Hopefulness
(b) Confidence
(c) Despair
(d) Positivity
Answer:
(c) Despair
Explanation:
“Optimism” means hopefulness about the future, while “Despair” means complete loss of hope.
5. What is the antonym of “Precise”?
(a) Accurate
(b) Exact
(c) Vague
(d) Correct
Answer:
(c) Vague
Explanation:
“Precise” means exact and accurate, whereas “Vague” means unclear or not specific.
6. What is the antonym of “Qualified”?
(a) Skilled
(b) Competent
(c) Incompetent
(d) Trained
Answer:
(c) Incompetent
Explanation:
“Qualified” means having the necessary skills, while “Incompetent” means lacking ability or skill.
7. What is the antonym of “Keen”?
(a) Sharp
(b) Eager
(c) Indifferent
(d) Enthusiastic
Answer:
(c) Indifferent
Explanation:
“Keen” means eager or enthusiastic, whereas “Indifferent” means showing no interest or concern.
8. What is the antonym of “Sincere”?
(a) Honest
(b) Genuine
(c) Deceitful
(d) Truthful
Answer:
(c) Deceitful
Explanation:
“Sincere” means honest and genuine, while “Deceitful” means dishonest or misleading.
9. What is the antonym of “Legitimate”?
(a) Lawful
(b) Genuine
(c) Illegal
(d) Valid
Answer:
(c) Illegal
Explanation:
“Legitimate” means lawful or valid, while “Illegal” means against the law.
10. What is the antonym of “Valiant”?
(a) Courageous
(b) Heroic
(c) Timorous
(d) Bold
Answer:
(c) Timorous
Explanation:
“Valiant” means brave and courageous, while “Timorous” means fearful or timid.