Antonyms (Basic) — Set 12
Questions 111–118 of 118
What is the antonym of 'Nefarious'?
Correct Answer: C. Virtuous
Virtuous is the antonym of nefarious. Nefarious means wicked or criminal in nature. Virtuous indicates morally excellent or good, opposite to nefarious.
What is the antonym of 'Turgid'?
Correct Answer: C. Concise
Concise is the antonym of turgid. Turgid means bloated or bombastic in style or language. Concise indicates brief and clear, opposite to turgid.
What is the antonym of 'Assuage'?
Correct Answer: C. Exacerbate
Exacerbate is the antonym of assuage. Assuage means to make something less severe or intense. Exacerbate means to make worse or more severe, opposite to assuage.
What is the antonym of 'Coalesce'?
Correct Answer: C. Separate
Separate is the antonym of coalesce. Coalesce means to come together to form one whole. Separate indicates to divide or keep apart, opposite to coalesce.
What is the antonym of 'Surreptitious'?
Correct Answer: C. Open
Open is the antonym of surreptitious. Surreptitious means secret or concealed. Open indicates transparent or not hidden, opposite to surreptitious.
What is the antonym of 'Recalcitrant'?
Correct Answer: C. Compliant
Compliant is the antonym of recalcitrant. Recalcitrant means refusing to obey or be obedient. Compliant indicates willing to obey or cooperate, opposite to recalcitrant.
What is the antonym of 'Abscond'?
Correct Answer: C. Return
Return is the antonym of abscond. Abscond means to leave secretly and not return. Return indicates coming back or going back, opposite to abscond.
What is the antonym of 'Deleterious'?
Correct Answer: C. Beneficial
Beneficial is the antonym of deleterious. Deleterious means harmful or injurious. Beneficial indicates helpful or advantageous, opposite to deleterious.