Antonyms (Advanced) — Set 7
Questions 61–70 of 180
Antonym of BOLSTER
Correct Answer: C. Weaken
Bolster means to support or strengthen something that is weak. Weaken means to make something less strong or reduce its power. The effect on strength and durability is opposite.
Antonym of BOMBASTIC
Correct Answer: C. Modest
Bombastic means grandiose and using high-sounding language disproportionate to the subject. Modest means moderate in size or scope and not boastful. The style and tone of expression are opposite.
Antonym of CANDID
Correct Answer: C. Evasive
Candid means frank and honest in expression without holding back. Evasive means avoiding or seeking to avoid direct answers or confrontation. The willingness to be direct is opposite.
Antonym of CAPRICIOUS
Correct Answer: C. Reliable
Capricious means given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood. Reliable means consistently good and able to be trusted. The predictability and consistency of behavior are opposite.
Antonym of CLEMENT
Correct Answer: C. Severe
Clement means mild in weather and lenient or merciful in attitude. Severe means harsh and cold in weather and strict in treatment. Both weather and manner are opposite in nature.
Antonym of COGENT
Correct Answer: C. Weak
Cogent means appealing to the mind or reason powerfully and convincing. Weak means lacking force or strength and not convincing. The persuasive power of arguments is opposite.
Antonym of COMELY
Correct Answer: C. Ugly
Comely means attractive and pleasing to look at in appearance. Ugly means very unattractive and displeasing to the eye. Physical attractiveness is the opposite concept.
Antonym of COMPASSION
Correct Answer: C. Cruelty
Compassion means sympathetic concern for the sufferings of others. Cruelty means deliberate infliction of pain on others. The attitude toward others' suffering is fundamentally opposite.
Antonym of CONCORD
Correct Answer: C. Discord
Concord means agreement and peaceful harmony among people. Discord means disagreement and strife among people. The state of relationships is opposite in nature.
Antonym of CONSTANCY
Correct Answer: C. Fickleness
Constancy means steadiness and loyalty over time without wavering. Fickleness means not constant and changing affections or interests frequently. The reliability and consistency are opposite.