Antonym-Opposite

(36) Select the word that is the MOST OPPOSITE of “ANXIOUS”:

• (a) Nervous
• (b) Worried
• (c) Apprehensive
• (d) Calm

Answer

Correct Answer: (d) Calm
“Anxious” describes a state of unease or worry, while “calm” suggests a lack of anxiety or tranquility, which is the opposite.

(37) The antonym of “ELEVATE” is:

• (a) Lift
• (b) Lower
• (c) Raise
• (d) Ascend

Answer

Correct Answer: (b) Lower
“Elevate” means to raise or lift up, while “lower” means to bring down, which is the opposite.

(38) What is the antonym of “REVEAL”?

• (a) Conceal
• (b) Uncover
• (c) Hide
• (d) Expose

Answer

Correct Answer: (c) Hide
“Reveal” means to make something known or visible, while “hide” means to conceal or keep something secret, which is the opposite.

(39) Select the word that is the EXACT OPPOSITE of “DISTANT”:

• (a) Far
• (b) Remote
• (c) Isolated
• (d) Close

Answer

Correct Answer: (d) Close
“Distant” refers to something far away, while “close” means nearby or near in proximity, which is the opposite.

(40) The antonym of “SUSTAIN” is:

• (a) Maintain
• (b) Undermine
• (c) Support
• (d) Nurture

Answer

Correct Answer: (b) Undermine
“Sustain” means to support or maintain, while “undermine” means to weaken or sabotage, which is the opposite.