Antonyms Practice Questions

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Directions (Q. )

In each of the sentences given below, a word is printed in bold. Below it, four choices are given. Pick up the one which is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word printed in bold.

Question 31

Medium

Under no circumstances should the ostentatious display continue.

A Flashy

B Showy

C Ornate

D Modest

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

OSTENTATIOUS means showy in a way meant to impress. MODEST means unassuming and not showy.

Question 32

Hard

The brilliant but deeply introverted mathematician preferred to work entirely alone in his secluded mountain cabin.

A sociable

B gregarious

C outgoing

D friendly

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Question 33

Easy

The brittle branch bent under the weight of the snow without snapping.

A Fragile

B Delicate

C Tough

D Breakable

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

BRITTLE means hard but easily broken. TOUGH means strong and able to withstand stress.

Question 34

Medium

Ministers refused to sanction the proposal.

A Postpone

B Forbid

C Consider

D Debate

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

SANCTION means to give official approval. FORBID means to prohibit.

Question 35

Medium

The seasoned politician aggressively decided to accelerate the incredibly highly complex new system.

A speed

B decelerate

C quicken

D hasten

Correct Answer: B

Explanation: