Antonyms And Synonyms Quiz
Read the following and select the antonyms and synonyms accordingly
Questions and Answers
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The manager decided to inform the staff about all complaints received from customers The opposite of complaints is...
- A.
Requests
- B.
Demands
- C.
Suggestions
- D.
Compliments
Correct Answer
D. ComplimentsExplanation
The opposite of complaints is compliments. While complaints express dissatisfaction or criticism, compliments express praise or admiration. In this context, the manager decided to inform the staff about all complaints received from customers, indicating that they want the staff to be aware of any negative feedback or concerns. Therefore, compliments, which represent positive feedback and appreciation, would be the opposite of complaints in this scenario.Rate this question:
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- 2.
There was a decline in airplane travel after 11 September 2001 The opposite of decline is...
- A.
Rise
- B.
Drop
- C.
Decrease
- D.
Fluctuation
Correct Answer
A. RiseExplanation
After the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, there was a decrease in airplane travel due to increased security measures and fear among travelers. The word "decline" indicates a decrease or reduction in something. Therefore, the opposite of decline in this context would be a "rise" or an increase in airplane travel.Rate this question:
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- 3.
They lived in a large, sprawling, dilapidated house The opposite of dilapidated is...
- A.
Remote
- B.
Historic
- C.
Inferior
- D.
Well-kept
Correct Answer
D. Well-keptExplanation
The opposite of dilapidated means something that is in good condition or well-maintained. Therefore, the correct answer is "well-kept".Rate this question:
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- 4.
In these difficult economic times, many organizations retrench workers only when absolutely necessary The opposite of retrench is...
- A.
Dismiss
- B.
Promote
- C.
Employ
- D.
Demote
Correct Answer
C. EmployExplanation
During difficult economic times, organizations tend to lay off or dismiss workers in order to cut costs. Therefore, the opposite of retrench, which means to reduce or cut back, would be to employ, which means to hire or add workers to the organization.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Constructive criticism is appreciated and encouraged by some of our peers The opposite of constructive is...
- A.
Sound
- B.
Negative
- C.
Valuable
- D.
Unsatisfactory
Correct Answer
B. NegativeExplanation
The opposite of constructive is negative. Constructive criticism is a form of feedback that is helpful, encouraging, and aimed at improvement. Negative criticism, on the other hand, is unhelpful, discouraging, and focused on pointing out flaws and faults without offering any solutions or suggestions for improvement.Rate this question:
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- 6.
While the employers approved of his work habits, they objected to his radical views The opposite of radical is...
- A.
Capitalist
- B.
Informed
- C.
Fashionable
- D.
Conventional
Correct Answer
D. ConventionalExplanation
The word "radical" refers to something extreme or revolutionary, while "conventional" means traditional or conforming to accepted standards. In this context, the employers approved of the person's work habits, indicating that they found them acceptable and in line with conventional practices. Therefore, the opposite of radical in this case would be conventional.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Many teenagers and even some parents do not agree with the amount of restrictiveness in today's society. The opposite of restrictiveness is..
- A.
Strife
- B.
Cruelty
- C.
Permissiveness
- D.
Competitiveness
Correct Answer
C. PermissivenessExplanation
Many teenagers and even some parents feel that today's society is too restrictive. This suggests that they believe there are too many rules and limitations placed upon them. The opposite of restrictiveness would be permissiveness, which implies a more lenient and relaxed approach to rules and regulations. Therefore, permissiveness is the correct answer in this context.Rate this question:
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- 8.
The prize-winning garden boasted a profusion of rare plants. The synonym for profusion is...
- A.
Variety
- B.
Scarcity
- C.
Display
- D.
Quantity
Correct Answer
D. QuantityExplanation
The correct answer is "quantity" because a profusion refers to an abundance or large quantity of something. In the context of the sentence, it is mentioned that the prize-winning garden had a profusion of rare plants, indicating that there were a large number of rare plants in the garden. Therefore, "quantity" is the most appropriate synonym for profusion in this case.Rate this question:
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- 9.
The new employee seems to be a very zealous worker. The synonym for zealous is
- A.
Untrustworthy
- B.
Enthusiastic
- C.
Skillful
- D.
Awkward
Correct Answer
B. EnthusiasticExplanation
The given correct answer for this question is "enthusiastic". This is because the sentence states that the new employee seems to be a very zealous worker, indicating that they are extremely passionate and eager about their work. "Enthusiastic" is a synonym for zealous, as both words convey a strong sense of excitement and dedication.Rate this question:
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- 10.
We found it very hard to put up with his belligerent attitude. The synonym for belligerent attitude is...
- A.
Prying
- B.
Destructive
- C.
Quarrelsome
- D.
Uncharitable
Correct Answer
C. QuarrelsomeExplanation
The word "belligerent" indicates a hostile or aggressive attitude. Similarly, the word "quarrelsome" means inclined to argue or fight. Both words convey the idea of someone being confrontational or combative. Therefore, "quarrelsome" is an appropriate synonym for "belligerent attitude."Rate this question:
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- 11.
He did everything possible to thwart the efforts of the relatives to have the will probated. The synonym for thwart is..
- A.
Weaken
- B.
Ridicule
- C.
Obstruct
- D.
Defy
Correct Answer
C. ObstructExplanation
The synonym for "thwart" is "obstruct". This is because "thwart" means to prevent or hinder the progress or success of something, and "obstruct" means to block or hinder the movement, progress, or action of something. In the given sentence, the person did everything possible to hinder or prevent the efforts of the relatives to have the will probated, which aligns with the meaning of "obstruct".Rate this question:
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- 12.
"I can assure you," the judge told the defendant, "that the law is not vindictive." The synonym for vindictive is
- A.
Revengeful
- B.
Vehement
- C.
Biased
- D.
Hostile
- E.
Option 5
Correct Answer
A. RevengefulExplanation
The judge tells the defendant that the law is not vindictive, meaning it is not seeking revenge. Therefore, the synonym for vindictive is revengeful.Rate this question:
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- 13.
The compassionate man was known by many in the crowd. The opposite of compassionate is..
- A.
Fussy
- B.
Cruel
- C.
Indifferent
- D.
Dissatisfied
Correct Answer
C. IndifferentExplanation
The opposite of being compassionate is being indifferent. Compassion refers to showing empathy, care, and concern for others, while indifference implies a lack of interest, sympathy, or emotional connection. Therefore, the correct answer is indifferent.Rate this question:
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- 14.
The tourist brochure gave verbose accounts of the carnival festivities of last year. The opposite of verbose is
- A.
Concise
- B.
Pleasing
- C.
Accurate
- D.
Colorful
Correct Answer
A. ConciseExplanation
The word "verbose" means using more words than necessary, while "concise" means expressing much in few words. Therefore, the opposite of verbose is concise.Rate this question:
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- 15.
As a result of the available evidence, the accused was apprehended and no further action was taken. The opposite of apprehended is...
- A.
Evicted
- B.
Released
- C.
Cautioned
- D.
Summoned
Correct Answer
B. ReleasedExplanation
Based on the given information, the accused was apprehended, which means they were arrested or taken into custody. Therefore, the opposite of apprehended would be "released," indicating that the accused was set free or let go without any further action being taken against them.Rate this question:
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- 16.
The guest speaker's address was devoid of humor and this made persons uneasy. The opposite of the underlined phrase is
- A.
Full of
- B.
Indicative of
- C.
Controlled by
- D.
Presented with
Correct Answer
A. Full ofExplanation
The opposite of "devoid of" means "full of". In this context, "devoid of humor" means that the guest speaker's address lacked humor, which made people feel uneasy. So, the opposite would be if the address was "full of humor", indicating that it had a lot of humor and would likely have made people feel more comfortable or at ease.Rate this question:
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- 17.
At the sound of the bell, the lower forms went reluctantly back to their classroom, The opposite of the underlined word is
- A.
Willingly
- B.
Hurriedly
- C.
Anxiously
- D.
Punctually
Correct Answer
A. WillinglyExplanation
The word "reluctantly" implies that the lower forms did not want to go back to their classroom when the bell rang. Therefore, the opposite of "reluctantly" would be "willingly," which means they would go back to their classroom willingly or without hesitation.Rate this question:
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- 18.
The old lady enjoyed making malicious remarks to everyone she met. The opposite of malicious is
- A.
Kind
- B.
Polite
- C.
Truthful
- D.
Amusing
Correct Answer
A. KindExplanation
The opposite of malicious is kind because malicious means having or showing a desire to harm or cause pain to others, while kind means having or showing a gentle and generous nature. Therefore, someone who is kind would not enjoy making malicious remarks to others.Rate this question:
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- 19.
The headgear worn by the factory worker is made from artificial material. The word closest in meaning to artificial is
- A.
Natural
- B.
Synthetic
- C.
Man-made
- D.
Prefabricated
Correct Answer
B. SyntheticExplanation
The word "artificial" refers to something that is not natural or occurring in nature. "Synthetic" is the closest in meaning to artificial as it also describes something that is made by combining different materials or substances, rather than being naturally occurring. Therefore, "synthetic" is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 20.
As a result of the need for trained staff, the firm had to dismiss several workers. The word closest in meaning to dismiss is
- A.
Deport
- B.
Employ
- C.
Promote
- D.
Transport
Correct Answer
A. DeportExplanation
The word "dismiss" means to remove or send away someone from their job or position. In this context, the firm had to let go of several workers due to the need for trained staff. The word "deport" has a similar meaning, as it refers to the act of expelling or sending someone out of a country. Therefore, "deport" is the word closest in meaning to "dismiss" in this scenario.Rate this question:
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