Antonym-Opposite

(21) Choose the word that is the MOST OPPOSITE of “COMPASSIONATE”:

• (a) Kind
• (b) Empathetic
• (c) Sympathetic
• (d) Heartless

Answer

Correct Answer: (d) Heartless
“Compassionate” describes someone who is caring and empathetic, while “heartless” refers to someone who lacks compassion and empathy.

(22) What is the antonym of “DREADFUL”?

• (a) Frightening
• (b) Wonderful
• (c) Horrifying
• (d) Terrifying

Answer

Correct Answer: (b) Wonderful
“Dreadful” means extremely bad or unpleasant, while “wonderful” means extremely good or delightful, which is the opposite.

(23) Select the word that is the EXACT OPPOSITE of “ACCEPT”:

• (a) Approve
• (b) Embrace
• (c) Welcome
• (d) Reject

Answer

Correct Answer: (d) Reject
“Accept” means to agree or receive, while “reject” means to refuse or decline, which is the opposite.

(24) The antonym of “TUMULTUOUS” is:

• (a) Chaotic
• (b) Disorderly
• (c) Peaceful
• (d) Riotous

Answer

Correct Answer: (c) Peaceful
“Tumultuous” describes a state of chaos and disorder, while “peaceful” suggests a state of calm and tranquility, which is the opposite.

(25) What is the opposite of “IRRATIONAL”?

• (a) Rational
• (b) Logical
• (c) Sensible
• (d) Coherent

Answer

Correct Answer: (a) Rational
“Irrational” means lacking reason or logic, while “rational” means based on reason and logic, which is the opposite.