Antonym-Opposite

(56) The antonym of “ABUNDANT” is:

• (a) Plentiful
• (b) Copious
• (c) Scarce
• (d) Overflowing

Answer

Correct Answer: (c) Scarce
“Abundant” means in large quantities, while “scarce” means in short supply or rare, which is the opposite.

(57) What is the opposite of “EXPAND”?

• (a) Grow
• (b) Contract
• (c) Extend
• (d) Enlarge

Answer

Correct Answer: (b) Contract
“Expand” means to increase in size or volume, while “contract” means to decrease or become smaller, which is the opposite.

(58) The antonym of “RATIONAL” is:

• (a) Logical
• (b) Irrational
• (c) Reasonable
• (d) Sane

Answer

Correct Answer: (b) Irrational
“Rational” describes something based on reason or logic, while “irrational” describes something not based on reason or logic, which is the opposite.

(59) What is the opposite of “IMMEDIATELY”?

• (a) Swiftly
• (b) Quickly
• (c) Gradually
• (d) Promptly

Answer

Correct Answer: (c) Gradually
“Immediately” means without delay, while “gradually” means slowly over time, which is the opposite.

(60) The antonym of “RECONCILE” is:

• (a) Resolve
• (b) Unite
• (c) Estrange
• (d) Harmonize

Answer

Correct Answer: (c) Estrange
“Reconcile” means to bring together in harmony, while “estrange” means to drive apart or alienate, which is the opposite.