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 “Kind”?
(a) Gentle
(b) Caring
(c) Cruel
(d) Helpful
Answer:
(c) Cruel
Explanation:
“Kind” means being caring and compassionate, whereas “Cruel” means causing pain or suffering intentionally.
2. What is the antonym of “Liberty”?
(a) Freedom
(b) Independence
(c) Slavery
(d) Choice
Answer:
(c) Slavery
Explanation:
“Liberty” means freedom, while “Slavery” refers to a condition of being controlled by others.
3. What is the antonym of “Maximum”?
(a) Highest
(b) Greatest
(c) Minimum
(d) Extreme
Answer:
(c) Minimum
Explanation:
“Maximum” means the greatest amount, whereas “Minimum” means the least amount.
4. What is the antonym of “Narrow”?
(a) Slim
(b) Thin
(c) Broad
(d) Tight
Answer:
(c) Broad
Explanation:
“Narrow” means limited in width, while “Broad” means wide or spacious.
5. What is the antonym of “Optimist”?
(a) Hopeful
(b) Cheerful
(c) Pessimist
(d) Positive
Answer:
(c) Pessimist
Explanation:
“Optimist” refers to someone who expects good outcomes, whereas “Pessimist” expects negative outcomes.
6. What is the antonym of “Permanent”?
(a) Lasting
(b) Eternal
(c) Temporary
(d) Endless
Answer:
(c) Temporary
Explanation:
“Permanent” means lasting forever or for a long time, while “Temporary” means short-lived.
7. What is the antonym of “Quiet”?
(a) Silent
(b) Calm
(c) Noisy
(d) Peaceful
Answer:
(c) Noisy
Explanation:
“Quiet” means making little or no sound, whereas “Noisy” means loud and full of sound.
8. What is the antonym of “Rigid”?
(a) Firm
(b) Hard
(c) Flexible
(d) Solid
Answer:
(c) Flexible
Explanation:
“Rigid” means stiff and not bendable, while “Flexible” means easily bent or adaptable.
9. What is the antonym of “Scarce”?
(a) Rare
(b) Limited
(c) Abundant
(d) Insufficient
Answer:
(c) Abundant
Explanation:
“Scarce” means insufficient or limited, whereas “Abundant” means available in large quantities.
10. What is the antonym of “Transparent”?
(a) Clear
(b) Visible
(c) Opaque
(d) Bright
Answer:
(c) Opaque
Explanation:
“Transparent” means allowing light to pass through, while “Opaque” means not transparent.