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Opposite Meaning Vocabulary Quiz

The document contains a series of sentences where an underlined word or phrase is provided, followed by four options. The task is to select the word or phrase that is closest to the opposite in meaning of the underlined term. This exercise tests vocabulary and understanding of antonyms.

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Opposite Meaning Vocabulary Quiz

The document contains a series of sentences where an underlined word or phrase is provided, followed by four options. The task is to select the word or phrase that is closest to the opposite in meaning of the underlined term. This exercise tests vocabulary and understanding of antonyms.

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Directions:-

In this section, each given sentence consists of a word or a phrase which is


underlined. It is followed by four words or phrases. Select the word or
phrase which is closest to the opposite in meaning of the underlined word
or phrase.
1. The proposal was denounced by one and all.
(a) announced (b) pronounced
(c) appraised (d) commended

2. Where ignorance is sometimes bliss, illiteracy is always considered a


curse.
(a) erudition (b) experience
(c) education (d) information

3. The news brought by the maidservants authentic.


(a) authoritative (b) baseless
(c) ridiculous (d) vacuous

4. The doctor said that there is no improvement in the condition of the


patient.
(a) depression (b) deterioration
(c) change (d) degradation

5. He plunged into the turbid waters of the stream.


(a) deep (b) muddy
(c) clear (d) fresh

6. His repulsive behavior could not be ignored by the members of the jury.
(a) lovely (b) mild
(c) admirable (d) attractive

7. He is an amateur photographer.
(a) average (b) experienced
(c) professional (d) skilled
8. The witness affirmed on oath that he was an eyewitness to the crime
under study.
(a) contradicted (b) opposed
(c) disputed (d) denied

9. On the hillside, he could see the vague shapes of sheep coming through
the mist.
(a) clear (b) transparent
(c) plain (d) apparent

10. His casual remarks were taken note of by all members of the board.
(a) careful (b) sincere
(c) precise (d) flawless

11. If you pamper the child, you will regret it.


(a) scold (b) scorn
(c) discourage (d) neglect

12. These rules are meant to prevent further appointments.


(a) facilitate (b) accelerate
(c) expedite (d) aggravate

13. The artist led a very austere life.


(a) luxurious (b) boisterous
(c) exciting (d) eventful

14. The new boss is well-known for his rigid approach to all problems.
(a) swift (b) logical
(c) sympathetic (d) flexible

15. Adversity is the source of numerous vices,


(a) Wealth (b) Prosperity
(c) Luxury (d) Money
16. Garble
(a) Enjoy (b) Rinse
(c) Clarify (d) Accept

17. Fortitude
(a) Timidity (b) Laxity
(c) Placidity (d) Ambition

18. Pernicious
(a) Precious (b) Healing
(c) Swerving (d) Conservative

19. Anathema
(a) Appreciation (b) Blessing
(c) Protection (d) Obstacle

20. Concur
(a) Pertain (b) Reveal
(c) Oppose (d) Delay

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