Antonyms

Callous means showing no sympathy or compassion; emotionally hardened or insensitive. The opposite would be sensitive, which means showing sympathy, compassion, or being emotionally responsive. 'Mannerly' means polite but is not the direct opposite. 'Hard' is actually a synonym of callous. 'Soft' refers to texture rather than emotional attitude. 'Impressive' means admirable and is unrelated.

Candid means honest, frank, open, and straightforward in expression. The opposite would be secretive, which means hiding thoughts, feelings, or intentions; not open or frank. 'Miserly' means stingy (related to money). 'Sweet' means pleasant in taste or manner. 'Openly' is actually similar in meaning to candid (an adverb form). 'Private' means personal/secret but is not the direct opposite of the adjective candid.

Capacious means spacious, roomy, or having a lot of space (like a large room or container). The opposite would be confining, which means restricting space, limiting, or cramped. 'Captivating' and 'charming' mean attractive or fascinating. 'Redundant' means unnecessary or repetitive. 'Redeeming' means compensating for faults or making something better. None of these are opposites of capacious.

Capital means major, principal, or most important, while trivial means insignificant or unimportant. They are direct opposites in terms of importance or significance.

Tempestuous means wild/stormy/ violent. Hence, it is correct antonym of calm. other options are not correct opposites to calm.

Carnal relates to physical, bodily, or sexual desires (fleshly). Spiritual relates to the soul, non-material, or religious aspects. They represent the physical-spiritual dichotomy.

Catholic in this context means universal, broad, or comprehensive in scope. Narrow-minded means limited in perspective or scope. They are opposites in terms of breadth.

Captivate means to attract, hold attention, or fascinate. Repel means to drive away or cause aversion. They are direct opposites in terms of attraction versus repulsion.

 Capricious means given to sudden behavior change. Of all options steadfast is the only correct option.

Carping means being critical, fault-finding, or complaining. Acquiescent means compliant or agreeing without protest. They are opposites in terms of critical versus accepting behavior.

Caustic means biting, sarcastic, or harsh in manner. Pleasing means agreeable or delightful. They are opposites in terms of emotional impact on others.

Celestial means relating to the sky, heaven, or divine. Mundane means earthly, ordinary, or worldly. They are opposites representing heavenly versus earthly domains.

Carousal means a noisy drinking party or revelry. Saving in this context means abstaining, being frugal, or restrained. They are opposites in terms of indulgence versus restraint.

Carte blanche means complete freedom or authority to act. Restricted means limited or constrained. They are direct opposites in terms of freedom versus limitation.

Celibate means abstaining from marriage or sexual relations. Promiscuous means having many sexual partners. They are opposites in terms of sexual restraint versus indulgence.

Second and third options mean self denying or disciplined. Fourth and fifth are synonms of carnivorous. So, correct option is vegetarian.

Captious means tending to find fault or raise petty objections. Praising means expressing approval or admiration. They are opposites in terms of critical versus appreciative behavior.

Ceremonial means relating to formal rituals or observances. Informal means casual or without formalities. They are opposites in terms of formality.

Cessation means the process of ending or stopping. The opposite word would refer to a starting point or commencement. Among the options, only 'beginning' directly contradicts the meaning of cessation.

Chaotic describes a state of complete disorder and lack of organization. The opposite would be something organized, structured, or following a system. 'Systematic' is the best antonym as it implies methodical organization.

Charitable describes someone who is generous, kind, and willing to help others. The opposite personality would be someone concerned only with themselves. 'Selfish' directly contrasts with charitable nature.

Centrifugal force moves objects away from the center, as seen in a spinning motion. The opposite force, moving objects toward the center, is called centripetal. This is a direct physics antonym pair.

Chaffing means teasing, mocking, or making fun of someone in a annoying way. The opposite behavior would being thoughtful and showing consideration for others' feelings. 'Considerate' is the correct antonym.

Chaste refers to someone who is pure, morally clean, and modest. The opposite would be someone lacking moral principles or engaging in immoral behavior. 'Immoral' directly contrasts with chastity.

To chide means to scold, criticize, or express disapproval toward someone. The opposite action would be to praise or compliment someone instead. 'Praise' is the correct antonym.