English Language: Antonyms

Multiple Choice Questions
Directions: In the following questions choose the word which is most opposite in meaning of the word given in capitals.

1. PERNICIOUS
(A) Innocuous (B) Healthy (C) Hygienic (D) Fine (E) None of these
2. CAPTIVATED
(A) Repelled (B) Seized (C) Tamed (D) Enchanted (E) None of these
3. OVERT
(A) Unambiguous (B) Concealed (C) Manifest (D) Inexplicable (E) None of these
4. SUBSTANTIAL
(A) Extensive (B) Independent (C) Noteworthy (D) Insignificant (E) None of these
5. LATENT
(A) Concealed (B) Real (C) Apparent (D) Dubious (E) None of these
6. DAZZLING
(A) Glaring (B) Unscrupulous (C) Unexposable (D) Unnoticeable (E) None of these
7. REPRESS
(A) Inhibit (H) Liberate (C) Curb (I)) Quell (E) None of these
8. TANGIBLE
(A) Ethereal (B) Concrete (C) Actual (D) Solid (E) None of these
9. ZENITH
(A) Acme (B) Top (C) Nadir (D) Pinnacle (E) None of these
10. VANITY
(A) Pride (B) Humility (C) Conceit (D) Ostentation (E) None of these
11. LOQUACIOUS
(A) Reticent (B) Talkative (C) Garrulous (D) Verbose (E) None of these
12. NIGGARDLY
(A) Frugal (B) Thrifty (C) Stingy (D) Generous (E) None of these
13. CHRONIC
(A) Acute (B) Fleeting (C) Irregular (D) Temporary (E) None of these
14. LETTING
(A) Demanding (B) Permitting (C) Disallowing (D) Refusing (E) None of these
15. INTEGRATE
(A) Isolate (B) Analyse (C) Distinguish (D) Mark (E) None of these
16. HAPLESS
(A) Cheerful (B) Consistent (C) Fortunate (D) Shapely (E) None of these
17. HAPHAZARD
(A) Fortuitous (B) Indifferent (C) Deliberate (D) Accidental (E) None of these
18. GREGARIOUS
(A) Anti-social (B) Glorious (C) Horrendous (D) Similar (E) None of these
19. HIRSUTE
(A) Scaly (B) Bald (C) Erudite (D) Quiet (E) None of these
20. GULLIBLE
(A) Incredulous (B) Fickle (C) Easy (D) Stylish (E) None of these
21. POLEMIC
(A) Friendship (B) Agreement (C) Amity (D) Cooperation (E) None of these
22. FRUGAL
(A) Charitable (B) Extravagant (C) Generous (D) Gaudy (E) None of these
23. EXTINCT
(A) Distinct (B) Extreme (C) Alive (D) Expressive (E) None of these
24. VIVACIOUS
(A) Languid (B) Open (C) Strong (D) Bright (E) None of these
25. ANTEDILUVIAN
(A) Isolated (B) Celebration (C) Ancient (D) Modern (E) None of these
26. COMMON
(A) Unnecessary (B) Distinct (C) Separate (D) Rare (E) None of these
27. RICH
(A) Weak (B) Fruitless (C) Usual (D) Impoverished (B) None of these
28. SERVED
(A) Guarded (B) Hindered (C) Ordered (D) Demanded (E) None of these
29. LIKE
(A) Unlike (B) Dislike (C) Hate (D) Need (E) None of these
30. SILENCE
(A) Peace (B) Noise (C) Calm (D) Disturbing (E) None of these
31. DILIGENT
(A) Incompetent (B) Negligent (C) Extravagant (D) Frugal (E) None of these
32. REJOICE
(A) Instigate (B) Excite (C) Incite (D) Lament (E) None of these
33. VISIONARY
(A) Pragmatic (B) Practical (C) Realist (D) Pragmatist (E) None of these
34. INFALLIBLE
(A) Unreliable (B) Dubious (C) Untrustworthy (D) Erring (E) None of these
35. USEFUL
(A) Unprofitable (B) Hostile (C) Fruitless (D) Burdensome (E) None of these
36. CREATED
(A) Spent (B) Destroyed (C) Erased (D) Rejected (E) None of these
37. REWARD
(A) Penalty (B) Seizure (C) Demotion (D) Warning (E) None of these
38. VIOLENT
(A) Humble (B) Harmless (C) Gentle (D) Tame (E) None of these
39. RELUCTANT
(A) Agreeable (B) Enthusiastic (C) Curious (D) Willing (E) None of these
40. MALICIOUS
(A) Kind (B) Boastful (C) Generous (D) Indifferent (E) None of these
41. REPEL
(A) Attend (B) Concentrate (C) Continue (D) Attract (E) None of these
42. ARTIFICIAL
(A) Real (B) Natural (C) Truthful (D) Solid (E) None of these
43. ANONYMOUS
(A) Desperate (B) Expert (C) Known (D) Written (E) None of these
44. CURTAIL
(A) Lengthen (B) Shorten (C) Entail (D) Close (E) None of these
45. PACIFY
(A) Threaten (B) Challenge (C) Enrage (D) Quarrel (E) None of these
46. CONCEAL
(A) Encourage (B) Proceed (C) Extend (D) Disclose (E) None of these
47. NEGLECT
(A) Search for (B) Care for (C) Claim (D) Praise (E) None of these
48. VULGAR
(A) Correct (B) Innocent (C) Honest (D) Decent (E) None of these
49. LENIENT
(A) Harsh (B) Mild (C) Annoyed (D) Obstinate (E) None of these
50. BEAUTIFUL
(A) Bad (B) Wicked (C) False (D) Ugly (E) None of these
51. ABOLISH
(A) Invent (B) Establish (C) Revive (D) Maintain (E) None of these
52. TIGHT
(A) Big (B) Wide (C) Loose (D) Lengthy (E) None of these
53. DENY
(A) Repeat (B) Confirm (C) Remember (D) Announce (E) None of these
54. DEFINITE
(A) Vague (B) Unusual (C) Blunt (D) Shallow (E) None of these
55. CAJOLE
(A) Confide (B) Disclose (C) Dissuade (D) Detract (E) None of these
56. CONDENSE
(A) Expand (B) Distribute (C) Interpret (D) Lengthen (E) None of these
57. QUIESCENT
(A) Indifferent (B) Troublesome (C) Weak (D) Unconcerned (E) None of these
58. ADHERENT
(A) Detractor (B) Enemy (C) Alien (D) Rival (E) None of these
59. BURY
(A) Open (B) Disinter (C) Close (D) Examine (E) None of these
60. QUERRULOUS
(A) Uncomplaining (B) Peevish (C) Responsive (D) Answerable (E) None of these
61. ADMIT
(A) Reject (B) Condemn (C) Deny (D) Ignore (E) None of these
62. LABORIOUS
(A) Simple (B) Plcuse (C) Clear (D) Unsophisticated (E) None of these
63. TERMINATE
(A) Remain (B) Continue (C) Stay (D) Hold (E) None of these
64. VACILLATING
(A) Timid (B) Hateful (C) Unattractive (D) Resolute (E) None of these
65. HAUGHTY
(A) Cowardly (B) Humble (C) Scared (D) Pitiable (E) None of these
66. MISERLY
(A) Liberal (B) Charitable (C) Spendthrift (D) Generous (E) None of these
67. CONSIDERATE
(A) Opposed (B) Indifferent (C) Harsh (D) Infuriated (E) None of these
68. ADMONISH
(A) Approve (B) Flatter (C) Tolerate (D) Commend (E) None of these
69. ROUGH
(A) Smooth (B) Beautiful (C) Sweet (D) Polite (E) None of these
70. SIGNIFICANT
(A) Useless (B) Irrelevant (C) Obscure (D) Unimportant (E) None of these
71. EXTRAVAGANT
(A) Miserly (B) Economical (C) Mean (D) Narrow-minded (E) None of these
72. TENSE
(A) Relaxed (B) Easy (C) Comfortable (D) Cosy (E) None of these


Directions : In the following questions choose the word OPPOSITE in meaning to the word given in each question in bold letters.
73. He holds extreme views on education.
(A) Moderate (B) Timid (C) Casual (D) Ordinary (E) None of these
74. His knowledge of the subject is quite extensive.
(A) Restricted (B) Limited (C) Little (D) Ordinary (E) None of these
75. Take all these stale buns away.
(A) Fresh (B) New (C) Tasty (D) Nice (E) None of these
76. His meanness is proverbial.
(A) Generosity (B) Kindness (C) Pragmatism (D) Timidity (E) None of these
77. Professors are generally serious about what they say.
(A) Thoughtful (B) Insincere (C) Smug (D) Jolly (E) None of these
78. This new magazine is known for its comprehensive coverage of news.
(A) Casual (B) Inadequate (C) Indifferent (D) Superficial (E) None of these
79. Many people suffer setbacks in their career because of their inherent levity.
(A) Seriousness (B) Solemnity (C) Religiosity (D) Gravity (E) None of these
80. There was something strange and morbid about the whole house.
(A) Healthy (B) Cheerful (C) Insipid (D) Appealing (E) None of these
81. His critics found in his overt statements some hidden designs.
(A) Converse (B) Pervert (C) Covert (D) Contrived (E) None of these
82. Given these constraints, we had no alternative but to suggest an improvised solution.
(A) A complete (B) A pre-planned (C) A permanent (D) A proscribed (E) None of these
83. Under the circumstances, his behaviour cannot be logical.
(A) Irrational (B) Disorderly (C) Inconsiderate (D) Inconsistent (E) None of these
84. The company needs to have indigenous sources of oil and natural gas to increase its production.
(A) Perennial (B) Heterogeneous (C) Alien (D) Foreign (E) None of these
85. The watchman is quite alert in his duty.
(A) Idle (B) Careless (C) Sluggish (D) Lazy (E) None of these
86. At the end of the party the waiter received a paltry tip.
(A) Liberal (B) Handsome (C) Bountiful (D) Generous (E) None of these
87. He was given a lukewarm reception.
(A) Enthusiastic (b) Moderate (C) Friendly (d) Fervent (E) None of these
88. The atmosphere in that desolate place looked ominous.
(A) Pleasant (B) Encouraging (C) Auspicious (D) Favourable (E) None of these
89. He spoke against corruption with zeal.
(A) Indifference (B) Calmness (C) Despair (D) Passiveness (E) None of these
90. The managing director remarked that the secretary was an asset to the company.
(A) Loss (B) Liability (C) Drag (D) Handicap (E) None of these
91. In a literary work obscurity can be a virtue.
(A) Clarity (B) Precision (C) Definiteness (D) Specificity (E) None of these
92. The story told by the teacher amused children in the class.
(A) Frightened (B) Jolted (C) Astonished (D) Saddened (E) None of these
93. The committee decided to expel the new member.
(A) Detain (B) Retain (C) Preserve (D) Reserve (E) None of these
94. The teacher berated his students.
(A) Praised (B) Graded (C) Lectured (D) Disciplined (E) None of these
95. On account of the change in the government his position became precarious.
(A) Exalted (B) Enviable (C) Important (D) Secure (E) None of these
96. There was no doubt that the judgement was very fair.
(A) Biased (b) Inconsiderate (C) Insincere (D) Wrong (E) None of these
97. There was a tacit feeling in the group that the newcomer should be watched.
(A) General (B) Hostile (C) Overt (D) Unfair (E) None of these
98. Self-reliance has been adopted as an important objective of economic planning in modern India.
(A) Refused (B) Forsaken (C) Denied (D) Discarded (E) None of these
99. His appointment was confirmed last month.
(A) Disappointment (B) Suspension (C) Dismissal (D) Discharge
100. He has a passion for indigenous goods.
(A) Native (B) Foreign (C) Silly (D) Cheap (E) None of these
101. He made an exhaustive list of the items his secretary should attend to.
(A) Short (B) Incomplete (C) Interesting (D) Meticulous (E) None of these
102. I like his friendly attitude.
(a) Jealous (B) Envious (C) Hostile (D) Vicious (E) None of these
103. He appears to be a phony person.
(A) Beautiful (B) Unreal (C) Genuine (D) Ugly (E) None of these
104. The General ordered the troops to advance to the city.
(A) Retire (B) Retreat (C) Return (D) Escape (E) None of these
105. The new Vice-Chancellor was given a warm welcome in the University.
(A) Cold (B) Lukewarm (C) Hostile (D) Formal (E) None of these
106. The boy spoke rudely to his mother.
(A) Softly (B) Slowly (C) Politely (d) Loudly (E) None of these
107. Our cities have broad roads.
(A) Wide (B) Narrow (C) Small (D) Dirty (E) None of these
108. It's not fair to leave dogs loose.
(A) Fit (B) Tight (C) Chained (D) Free (E) None of these
109. Religion teaches us not to run after the transient pleasures of the world.
(A) Joyful (B) Unnatural (C) Sinful (D) Permanent (E) None of these
110. India is a heterogeneous country.
(A) Strange (B) Homogeneous (C) Complex (D) Vast (E) None of these
111. There is a good deal of spurious family affection.
(A) Genuine (B) Obvious (C) Fictitious (D) Authentic (E) None of these
112. That police officer is known to be humane in his approach.
(A) Uncivilised (B) Uncultured (C) Unsympathetic (D) Uncompromising (E) None of these
113. He has a weakness for foreign goods.
(A) Exported (B) Indigenous (C) Fashionable (D) Exotic (E) None of these
114. There is only the most tenuous evidence for it.
(A) Enough (B) Reasonable (C) Less (D) Abundant (E) None of these
115. The new government has abolished the Gold Control Act.
(A) Removed (B) Approved (C) Passed (D) Restored (E) None of these
116. He is considered to be ruthless in dealing with his competitors.
(A) Courteous (B) Sympathetic (C) Candid (D) Cordial (E) None of these
117. He has a sophisticated taste.
(A) Artificial (B) Superficial (C) Simple (D) Vigorous (E) None of these
118. All his neighbours are aware of his acrimonious nature.
(A) Sympathetic (B) Co-operative (C) Charitable (D) Informal (E) None of these
119. His arrogance is responsible for the change in his fortune.
(A) Weakness (B) Humility (C) Timidity (D) Selfishness (E) None of these
120. His pragmatic approach to the problem was appreciated.
(A) Idealistic (B) Rational (C) Cautious (D) Unbiased (E) None of these
121. This is not an ideology but pragmatic language.
(A) Impossible (B) Imperfect (C) Improper (D) Impractical (E) None of these
122. Machine-civilisation has made human life artificial.
(A) Authentic (B) True (C) Natural (D) Genuine (E) None of these
123. There are reports that many poor people abandon female children.
(A) Help (B) Keep (C) Reject (D) Like (E) None of these
124. Earthquakes are frequent in Japan.
(A) Rare (B) Few (C) Unusual (D) Extinct (E) None of these
125. The Minister is optimistic about the new project just launched.
(A) Cynical (B) Pessimistic (C) Dubious (D) Stoical (E) None of these
126. He is a very timid person.
(A) Chivalrous (B) Bold (C) Outgoing (D) Dashing (E) None of these
127. Genuine drugs are available in most of the medical shops.
(A) Spurious (B) Dubious (C) Wrong (D) Harmful (E) None of these
128. His attitude is very hostile.
(A) Helpful (B) Humane (C) Kind (D) Friendly (E) None of these
129. That was a dauntless action.
(A) Cowardly (B) Secret (C) Subtle (D) Devious (E) None of these
130. The momentum of the movement slackened in course of time.
(A) Slopped (B) Quickened (C) Multiplied (D) Recovered (E) None of these
131. Her modesty prevented her from making her feelings known to him.
(A) Superiority (B) Hypocrisy (C) Vunily (D) Arrogance (E) None of these
132. We must realise the futility of wars.
(A) Value (B) Usefulness (C) Importance (D) Urgency (E) None of these
133. The veracity of this statement needs to be tested further.
(A) Treachery (B) Dishonesty (C) Pretence (D) Falsity (E) None of these
134. His radical views made him unpopular.
(A) Narrow (B) Outmoded (C) Conservative (D) Childish (E) None of these
135. On the face of it Poirot's glance conveyed humorous impatience.
(A) Dejected (B) Disappointed (C) Dismayed (D) Pathetic (E) None of these
136. Her vivacity attracted everybody.
(A) Humour (B) Truthfulness (C) Beauty (D) Apathy (E) None of these
137. The indignation of the retreating troops resulted in large-scale killings.
(A) Anger (B) Displeasure (C) Orderliness (D) Happiness (E) None of these
138. His unscrupulous pursuit of wealth finally landed him in prison.
(A) Conscientious (B) Dedicated (C) Single-minded (D) Superfluous (E) None of these
139. Let us not aggravate the sufferings of the poor.
(A) Advocate (B) Appreciate (C) Alleviate (D) Abbreviate (E) None of these
140. Misogynists are not applauded in society.
(A) Philanthropists (B) Philologists (C) Philogynists (D) Philanderers (E) None of these
141. The room was filled with a delicious odour.
(A) Bitter (B) Repulsive (C) Strange (D) Unpalatable (E) None of these
142. That man is known for his elegance.
(A) Awkwardness (B) Indelicacy (C) Clumsiness (D) Savagery (E) None of these
143. It was a very dreary day.
(A) Drab (B) Dangerous (C) Beautiful (D) Bright (E) None of these
144. Silence in this place is mandatory.
(A) Optional (B) Compulsory (C) Imperative (D) Irritating (E) None of these
145. The decision was delayed because of him.
(A) Expedited (B) Advanced (C) Released (D) Triggered (E) None of these
146. Her impetuous behaviour was attributed to her upbringing.
(A) Rash (B) Poised (C) Sluggish (D) Quiet and gentle (E) None of these
147. In ancient days, a fragile glass jar was considered to be more valuable than a human slave.
(A) Heavy (B) Strong (C) Tall (D) Broad (E) None of these
148. All these measures will augment employment opportunities.
(A) Diminish (B) Circumscribe (C) Restrain (D) Constrain (E) None of these
149. The two friends were distinct in everything: dress, manners, hair-style and food habits.
(A) Opposite (B) Different (C) Uniform (D) Similar (E) None of these
150. The man at the gate had a forbidding appearance.
(A) Handsome (B) Lenient (C) Tranquil (D) Mild (D) None of these
151. He was dejected when he heard the news.
(A) Gleeful (B) Hilarious (C) Impressed (D) Elated (E) None of these
152. This is a trivial matter.
(A) Important (B) Small (C) Easy (D) Difficult (E) None of these
153. Everybody called it a lavish party.
(A) Big (B) Wasteful (C) Frugal (D) Expensive (E) None of these
154. The patient looks a little more cheerful this morning.
(A) Stupid (B) Energetic (C) Dull (D) Depressed (E) None of these
155. A crowd gathered quickly when the police came.
(A) Disappeared (B) Spread (C) Dispersed (D) Collected (E) None of these
156. The committee set about making provisional arrangements for the annual conference.
(A) Permanent (B) Lasting (C) Abiding (D) Unconditional (E) None of these
157. He climbed up a stationary wagon.
(A) Standing (B) Shunting (C) Speeding (D) Moving (E) None of these
158. It is surprising to find her condoning such an act.
(A) Forbidding (B) Disliking (C) Condemning (D) Disparaging (E) None of these
159. There was a marginal increase in his pay.
(a) Peripheral (B) Significant (C) Negligible (D) Unforeseen (E) None of these
160. The geologists declared that the fossil was authentic.
(A) Fake (B) Beautiful (C) Old (D) New (E) None of these
161. Even for the citizens of the East Bloc's most prosperous nation, the lure of Capitalism is irresistible.
(A) Destitute (B) Impoverished (C) Underdeveloped (D) Exploited (E) None of these
162. His partners felt that it was a viable business proposition.
(A) Enviable (B) Unavailable (C) Inviolable (D) Impracticable (E) None of these
163. The usual adulation of the officers must end.
(A) Flattery (B) Praise (C) Back-biting (D) Condemnation (E) None of these
164. He stood gazing at the serene expanse of the sea.
(A) Ruffled (B) Tranquil (C) Clear (D) Scenic (E) None of these
165. There is an obscure cave on the other side of the hill.
(A) Well-known (B) Infamous (C) Notorious (D) Admired (E) None of these
166. The guard was given explicit orders about whom to admit.
(A) Wrong (B) No (C) Ambiguous (D) Inadequate (E) None of these
167. Every move I make seems to affect him adversely.
(A) Badly (B) Internally (C) Favourably (D) Deeply (E) None of these
168. The key words in planning for an unpredictable future are focus and flexibility.
(A) Pliability (B) Complexity (C) Tensity (D) Rigidity (E) None of these
169. Overeating can often be detrimental to health.
(A) Useful (B) Destructive (C) Beneficial (D) Injurious (E) None of these
170. He has a superficial knowledge of the subject.
(A) Sufficient (B) Profound (C) Excessive (D) Wide (E) None of these
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