Antonyms Test 11

Defer means to postpone/ put off. So, opposite is to bring forward.

Deign is to lower yourself, i.e stoop. So, opposite is to be proud.

It means harmful/ damaging. So, opposite is harmless.

Denouement means final part of a play/outcome of a situation...... So, origin is the correct answer.

Deluge means great flood/heavy downpour/overwhelm. So, the correct opposite is dry up. Rest all are synonyms.

Demagogue is a leader...so opposite is a follower.

Descry means to catch sight of or discern something. The opposite is to miss or fail to see something. Perceive, fathom, distinguish, and discern are all synonyms or related to seeing/understanding, making 'Miss' the only antonym.

Dexterity means skill, especially with the hands. The opposite is clumsiness or lack of skill. Deftness, adroitness, legerdemain (sleight of hand), and nimbleness are all synonyms meaning skillful or agile, making 'Clumsiness' the only antonym.

Deterrent means something that discourages or prevents action. The opposite is incitement, which encourages or provokes action. Disincentive is a synonym, rein means restraint, prevention is similar, and limiting means restricting - none of these are antonyms.

Derivative means something that is derived or copied from another source, lacking originality. Original is the direct opposite, referring to something that is the first of its kind or not copied. Imitative (A) is actually similar to derivative, while spin-off (E) and by-product (E) are types of derivative things.

Conserve means 'not allowing to deplete'. So, it is the correct opposite.

Desultory means lacking a plan, purpose, or regular pattern - random and haphazard. Methodical (B) is the opposite, meaning systematic, orderly, and following a logical plan. Chaotic (C), indiscriminate (A), and random (D) are all similar to desultory, while halfhearted (E) is unrelated.

Desuetude means a state of disuse, discontinuance, or lack of use. 'State of being active' (A) is directly opposite - being in use and functioning. Disuse (B) actually means the same as desuetude, while contemplate (C) and 'a state of mind' (D) are unrelated.

Dilate means to expand, widen, or become larger. Contract (A) is the opposite - to shrink, narrow, or reduce in size. Open (D) is similar to dilate, while remove (B) and delight (C) are unrelated to the concept of expansion.

Option 3 is the correct answer as all others are synonyms.

Deprave means make someone immoral.... So, opposite is moralise/honest.

Disconcert means to unsettle, disturb, or make someone feel uncomfortable or confused. Please (A) means to give satisfaction or pleasure - the opposite emotional effect. Offend (B), grieve (C), and remove (E) are negative actions similar to disconcert, while concert (D) is just a word look-alike.

Disconsolate means very unhappy, depressed, or sorrowful. Content (A) is the opposite - happy, satisfied, and at peace. Unhappy (B), miserable (C), melancholy (D), and disturbed (E) are all synonyms or similar negative emotions, not opposites.

Discountenance means to disapprove of, discourage, or show disapproval toward someone or something. 'Favour somebody' (A) is the opposite - to support, approve, or show approval. Embarrass (B) is negative, while 'disapprove of somebody' (C) is actually the meaning of discountenance, not the opposite.

Dilatory means slow,拖延, or given to wasting time - delaying action. Prompt (C) is the opposite - quick, punctual, and ready to act without delay. Tardy (A), remiss (B), laggard (D), and lazy (E) are all similar to dilatory - all mean slow or delaying.

Opaque is the opposite of diaphonous. Rest all are synonyms of diaphonous. 

Disheveled means untidy, messy, or in disordered appearance (especially hair or clothes). Neat (A) is the opposite - tidy, organized, and well-groomed. Tousled (B), messy (C), unkempt (D), and uncombed (E) are all similar to disheveled, meaning the opposite of neat.

Dissemble means to conceal, disguise, or pretend - to hide one's true thoughts or intentions. Reveal (C) is the opposite - to show, expose, or make known. 'Hide something by pretense' (A) is actually the definition of dissemble, not the opposite. Evade (B), quibble (D), and dither (E) are all forms of concealment or avoidance.

Deride means to make fun of, so  opposite is admire/approve.

Disseminate means to spread, scatter, or distribute widely (especially information or ideas). Accumulate (B) is the opposite - to gather, collect, or amass in one place. Spread (A), propagate (C), broadcast (D), and diffuse (E) are all synonyms meaning the same as disseminate.