Antonyms (Basic) — Set 6

Correct Answer: C. Malevolent

Malevolent is the antonym of benevolent. Benevolent means wishing well upon others with kindness. Malevolent represents the opposite intention, wishing harm, and is the primary antonym.

Correct Answer: C. Clear

Clear is the antonym of obscure. Obscure means not clearly expressed or understood. Clear represents the opposite state where meaning is easily comprehended.

Correct Answer: B. Concise

Concise is the antonym of verbose. Verbose means using too many words unnecessarily. Concise means expressing ideas in few words, opposite to verbose.

Correct Answer: C. Active

Active is the antonym of dormant. Dormant means temporarily inactive or asleep. Active indicates being engaged and functioning, opposite to dormant.

Correct Answer: B. Abundant

Abundant is the antonym of meager. Meager means small in quantity or amount. Abundant means existing in large quantities, opposite to meager.

Correct Answer: B. Negligent

Negligent is the antonym of diligent. Diligent means showing care and attention in work. Negligent means failing to take proper care, opposite to diligent.

Correct Answer: C. Dependent

Dependent is the antonym of autonomous. Autonomous means self-governing or independent. Dependent indicates relying on others for support, opposite to autonomous.

Correct Answer: C. Solitary

Solitary is the antonym of gregarious. Gregarious means fond of company and social activities. Solitary means preferring to be alone, opposite to gregarious.

Correct Answer: C. Heterogeneous

Heterogeneous is the antonym of homogeneous. Homogeneous means of the same or similar kind. Heterogeneous means of different kinds or natures, opposite to homogeneous.

Correct Answer: C. Permanent

Permanent is the antonym of ephemeral. Ephemeral means lasting only a short time. Permanent indicates lasting indefinitely, opposite to ephemeral.