Test: Antonyms- 3 - SSC CGL MCQ

To find the antonym of the word "crowded," we need to look for a word that means the opposite - a word that describes a lack of people or things in a given space. Let's analyze the options:
A. Busy: This word refers to a lot of activity or people present, which is similar to the meaning of "crowded." Therefore, this is not the antonym we are looking for.
B. Congested: This word is similar in meaning to "crowded" as it describes a situation where there is too much traffic or too many people in a specific area. Hence, it is not the antonym.
C. Quiet: This word refers to a low level of noise or activity, but it does not necessarily imply a lack of people or things. Therefore, it is not the antonym we are looking for.
D. Deserted: This word means that a place is empty or lacking in people or activity. It is the antonym of "crowded" as it describes a situation where there are very few or no people present.
Therefore, the correct antonym of "crowded" is "deserted."

Answer:
To determine the appropriate term to describe the comic, we need to analyze the given options and the characteristics of each.
Characteristics of the Comic:
- The comic can evoke emotions in the readers.
- The comic has a tragic element.
- The comic may induce fear in the readers.
- The comic may depict painful situations.
Evaluating the Options:
A. Emotional: This term is broad and can apply to various types of comics. It doesn't specify any specific emotion.
B. Tragic: This term aligns with the characteristic of the comic having a tragic element.
C. Fearful: While the comic may induce fear in the readers, it is not the primary characteristic mentioned.
D. Painful: While the comic may depict painful situations, it is not the primary characteristic mentioned.
Conclusion:
Based on the given options and the characteristics of the comic, the appropriate term to describe the comic is Tragic.

The antonym of HAPLESS is Fortunate.

Explanation:
The word "flimsy" means lacking in strength or solidity, and is often used to describe something that is weak or easily damaged.
To determine the correct answer, we need to identify a synonym or word with a similar meaning to "flimsy".
Let's analyze the options:
A.

Frail

- "Frail" means weak or delicate, which is similar to the meaning of "flimsy". This option is a possible answer.
B.

Filthy

- "Filthy" means extremely dirty, which does not have the same meaning as "flimsy". This option is not a correct answer.
C.

Firm

- "Firm" means solid or stable, which is the opposite of "flimsy". This option is not a correct answer.
D.

Flippant

- "Flippant" means not showing a serious or respectful attitude, which does not have the same meaning as "flimsy". This option is not a correct answer.
Therefore, the correct answer is A.

Frail

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Equanimity : calmness and composure, especially in a difficult situation.
Excitement : a feeling of great enthusiasm and eagerness.
Duplicity : deceitfulness.
Dubiousness : unsettled in opinion.
Resentment : bitter indignation at having been treated unfairly.

Antonym of Equanimity is Excitement
 

To solve the given problem, we need to identify the operation that is related to addition. Let's analyze each option to find the correct answer.
A: Division
- Division is the operation of finding the number of times one quantity is contained in another.
- It is not related to addition, so it is not the correct answer.
B: Enumeration
- Enumeration means listing or counting items one by one.
- It is not a mathematical operation and not related to addition, so it is not the correct answer.
C: Subtraction
- Subtraction is the operation of finding the difference between two numbers.
- Subtraction is the inverse operation of addition, where you find the missing addend.
- It is related to addition, so it could be the correct answer.
D: Multiplication
- Multiplication is the operation of repeated addition.
- It is not directly related to addition, so it is not the correct answer.
Based on the analysis, the correct answer is C: Subtraction because it is the operation that is related to addition.

ZENITH : highest point.
Acme : zenith.
Top : the highest or uppermost point.
Nadir : the lowest or most unsuccessful point in a situation.
Pinnacle : the most successful point.

Antonym of ZENITH is Nadir.

Explanation:

• Given: The word "DOUBTFUL" is provided.


• Options: A, B, C, and D are the given options.


• Answer: The correct answer is "B: Certain".

Detailed

• Step 1: Analyze the word "DOUBTFUL".


• Step 2: Try to determine the meaning of the word.


• Step 3: Consider the given options.


• Step 4: Evaluate each option against the meaning of "DOUBTFUL".


• Step 5: Determine which option best matches the meaning of "DOUBTFUL".


• Step 6: The option "B: Certain" aligns with the meaning of "DOUBTFUL".


• Step 7: Therefore, the correct answer is "B: Certain".

Note: The word "DOUBTFUL" means uncertain or unsure. Therefore, the opposite of doubtful is certain. Hence, the correct answer is "B: Certain".

The antonym of PERENNIAL is Rare.

Definition of BENIGN:

The word "benign" is an adjective that describes something that is gentle, kind, or harmless. It is often used to describe a person, action, or condition that is not harmful or dangerous.

Synonyms of BENIGN:

• Soft: Having a gentle or mild nature, not harsh or severe.


• Friendly: Showing kindness or goodwill, amicable.

Antonyms of BENIGN:

• Malevolent: Having or showing a desire to harm others, malicious.


• Unwise: Lacking good judgment or wisdom, foolish.

The correct answer is A: Malevolent. This is because "benign" and "malevolent" are antonyms, meaning they have opposite meanings. While "benign" refers to something that is gentle and harmless, "malevolent" describes something that is harmful or malicious. Therefore, "malevolent" is the opposite of "benign" and is the correct answer.

Options B and C, "soft" and "friendly," are synonyms of "benign," meaning they have similar meanings and do not represent the opposite. Option D, "unwise," is unrelated to the meaning of "benign."

In conclusion, when identifying the antonym of "benign," it is important to choose the opposite meaning, which is "malevolent."

Hindmost : furthest back, latest or ultramodern.
Disposed : inclined or willing.
Mature : fully developed physically, full-grown.
Premature : occurring or done before the usual or proper time, too early.
Unimportant : lacking in importance or significance.
Foremost : most prominent in rank, importance, or position.

So, antonym is Unimportant.
 

Definition:
Extricate means to free or release someone or something from a difficult or tangled situation.
Explanation:
To identify the correct answer, let's look at the meanings of the other options:
- Manifest: This means to display or show something clearly. It does not have the same meaning as extricate.
- Palpable: This means easily perceived or noticeable. It does not have the same meaning as extricate.
- Release: This means to set free or let go. It is a synonym of extricate and could be a possible answer.
- Entangle: This means to tangle or involve someone or something in difficulties or complications. It is the correct synonym of extricate and is the correct answer.
Therefore, the correct answer is D: Entangle.

Explanation:
The word "repress" means to restrain, suppress, or hold back. The question is asking for a word that is the opposite in meaning to "repress." Let's examine the given options:
A. Inhibit: This word means to hinder, restrain, or prevent. It is similar in meaning to "repress," so it is not the correct answer.
B. Liberate: This word means to set free, release, or emancipate. It is the opposite of "repress" and is the correct answer.
C. Curb: This word means to control, limit, or restrain. It is similar in meaning to "repress," so it is not the correct answer.
D. Quell: This word means to suppress, calm, or pacify. It is similar in meaning to "repress," so it is not the correct answer.
Therefore, the correct answer is B. Liberate.

In this sentence we would be selecting the word which is opposite to "acquitted" from the given options.
Acquit means to decide that someone is not guilty of a crime. Thus, the opposite would be to blame someone or charge someone guilty of a crime.
If we look into the options:
Entrusted means to give someone the responsibility of doing something
Convicted means to prove someone guilty of a crime. It is the correct option.
Burdened means heavily laden or encumbered or someone who has been given a lot of lead. 
Freed means not held physically.
 

Provocation : action or speech that makes someone angry, especially deliberately.
Destruction : the action or process of causing so much damage to something that it no longer exists or cannot be repaired.
Peace : freedom from disturbance; tranquillity.
Pacification : an attempt to create or maintain peace.
Vocation : a strong feeling of suitability for a particular career or occupation.

Antonym of Provocation is Pacification.
 

To determine the correct answer for the word "subservient", we need to understand the meaning of the word and then analyze the given options to find the most appropriate synonym.
Meaning of "subservient":
Subservient is an adjective that describes someone who is excessively obedient or submissive to someone else.
Analysis of the given options:
A: Submissive- ready to obey other people and do whatever they want
B: Straightforward - This word does not have the same meaning as subservient. Straightforward refers to being direct and honest, while subservient implies being obedient and submissive.
C: Supercilious - This word has a different meaning from subservient. Supercilious refers to someone who behaves arrogantly or condescendingly, which is the opposite of subservient.
D: Dignified - This option seems to be the most appropriate synonym for subservient. Dignified means having a composed and respectful manner, which aligns with the submissive nature of subservient.
Conclusion:
Based on the analysis, the correct answer for the word "subservient" is C: Supercilious. 

Lend A:

- Withhold: To keep something back or retain possession of it.
- Cheat: To deceive or trick someone.
- Pawn: To deposit an item as security for a loan.
- Hire: To employ someone for a job or task.

When you lend something, you are allowing someone else to use it temporarily. This can involve withholding ownership of the item, cheating by not returning it, pawning it for a loan, or hiring someone to use it for a specific purpose. Each of these actions has its own implications and consequences.

FAINT-HEARTED : A faint-hearted person might choose not to go on the steepest roller coaster or watch the scariest horror films. Faint-hearted was first used in the fifteenth century, and it combines the original meaning of faint, "lacking in courage," with hearted, or "at heart."
Stout-hearted : Stout describes a heavily built but usually strong and healthy body: a handsome stout lady. Fat, an informal word with unpleasant connotations, suggests an unbecoming fleshy stoutness; it may, however, apply also to a hearty fun-loving type of stout person: a fat old man; fat and jolly.

Opposite word of dutiful is remiss.

The antonym of Transparent is Opaque.

Honorary means doing something or serving without taking money or salary may be for own interests or for Honor.

Meticulous : showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise.
Slovenly : careless; excessively casual.
Meretricious : apparently attractive but having no real value.
Shaggy : (of hair or fur) long, thick, and unkempt.
Mutual : (of a feeling or action) experienced or done by each of two or more parties towards the other or others.

Antonym of Meticulous is Slovenly

LOQUACIOUS : talkative.
Reticent : not revealing one's thoughts or feelings readily.
Talkative : fond of or given to talking.
Garrulous : excessively talkative.
Verbose : using or expressed in more words than are needed.

Antonym of LOQUACIOUS is Reticent

The given question requires us to choose the word that is opposite in meaning to "confess". Let's analyze the options and choose the correct answer.
Options:
1.

Deny

- This means to declare that something is not true or to refuse to admit or acknowledge something.
2.

Refuse

- This means to decline to do or accept something.
3.

Contest

- This means to engage in a competition or dispute.
4.

Contend

- This means to assert or argue a position or claim.
Explanation:
To choose the opposite of "confess", we need to look for a word that indicates the opposite action or meaning. Let's analyze the options:
- Deny: This is the correct answer as it means to declare that something is not true or to refuse to admit or acknowledge something. Denying is the opposite of confessing.
- Refuse: This word does not directly relate to confessing or denying. It means to decline to do or accept something, which is not the opposite of confessing.
- Contest: This word means to engage in a competition or dispute. While it is related to denying or opposing something, it is not the opposite of confessing.
- Contend: This word means to assert or argue a position or claim. While it is related to denying or opposing something, it is not the opposite of confessing.
Conclusion:
Based on the definitions and meanings of the options, the correct answer is A: Deny, as it is the word that is most opposite in meaning to "confess".

Explanation:
The word "annoy" is a verb that means to irritate or bother someone. It is the opposite of the given options. Let's analyze each option to determine the correct answer:
A: Praise
- Praise means to express approval or admiration. It is the opposite of annoy.
B: Rejoice
- Rejoice means to feel or show great joy or delight. It is the opposite of annoy.
C: Please
- Please means to make someone happy or satisfied. It is the opposite of annoy.
D: Reward
- Reward means to give something to someone in recognition of their services or achievements. It is the opposite of annoy.
Therefore, based on the meanings of the given options, the correct answer is C: Please as it is the opposite of annoy.