Antonyms (Basic) — Set 7

Correct Answer: C. Idealistic

Idealistic is the antonym of pragmatic. Pragmatic means dealing with things in a practical, realistic way. Idealistic means concerned with ideals rather than practical matters, opposite to pragmatic.

Correct Answer: C. Barren

Barren is the antonym of prolific. Prolific means producing much fruit, flowers, or foliage, or producing much work. Barren means not producing, opposite to prolific.

Correct Answer: B. Opaque

Opaque is the antonym of transparent. Transparent means allowing light to pass through so things can be clearly seen. Opaque prevents light from passing through, opposite to transparent.

Correct Answer: B. Accuse

Accuse is the antonym of vindicate. Vindicate means to clear from blame or suspicion. Accuse means to charge with wrongdoing, opposite to vindicate.

Correct Answer: C. Weak

Weak is the antonym of cogent. Cogent means clear, logical, and convincing. Weak indicates lacking force or validity, opposite to cogent.

Correct Answer: B. Planned

Planned is the antonym of fortuitous. Fortuitous means occurring by chance or coincidence. Planned indicates deliberate intention, opposite to fortuitous.

Correct Answer: C. Silent

Silent is the antonym of loquacious. Loquacious means talking excessively or at great length. Silent indicates making no sound, opposite to loquacious.

Correct Answer: C. Alleviate

Alleviate is the antonym of exacerbate. Exacerbate means to make worse or more severe. Alleviate means to ease or reduce pain or difficulty, opposite to exacerbate.

Correct Answer: C. Melodious

Melodious is the antonym of cacophonous. Cacophonous means having a harsh or discordant sound. Melodious means pleasing to the ear, opposite to cacophonous.

Correct Answer: C. Idealism

Idealism is the antonym of pragmatism. Pragmatism means evaluating theories by their practical consequences. Idealism prioritizes principles over practical concerns, opposite to pragmatism.