Antonyms Test

Virtuous refers to having high moral standards. Vicious is the direct opposite, referring to being cruel or immoral.

To lend means to grant the use of something on the condition that it will be returned. To borrow means to take something with the intention of returning it.

Minor refers to something lesser in importance, size, or degree. Major is the opposite, referring to something greater or more significant.

Able means having the power or skill to do something. Unable is the direct negation, meaning lacking that power or skill.

Artificial refers to something made by humans rather than occurring naturally. Natural is the opposite, referring to things existing in or caused by nature.

Acquitted means to be cleared of a charge or finding someone not guilty. Convicted means to be found guilty of a crime.

Hypocritical means behaving in a way that suggests one has higher standards than is actually the case. Sincere means free from pretense or deceit.

Relinquish means to voluntarily cease to keep or claim something. Possess means to have or own something.

Perennial means lasting or existing for a long or apparently infinite time. Seasonal means occurring only during a particular season.

Quiescent means in a state or period of inactivity or dormancy. Excited means feeling or showing happiness and enthusiasm.

Loquacious means tending to talk a great deal. Silent means not speaking or making any sound.

Stationary means not moving or not intended to be moved. Mobile means able to move or be moved freely or easily.

Victorious means having won a victory. Unsuccessful means not achieving the desired result.

Tangible means perceptible by touch or clear and definite. Unreal means not existing in fact or reality.

Insipid means lacking flavor or vigor. Tasty means having a pleasant, distinct flavor.

Busy means having a great deal to do. Relaxed means free from tension and anxiety.

Doubtful means feeling uncertain about something. Certain means completely sure of something.

Fresh means recently made or obtained. Stale means no longer fresh and pleasant to eat.

Honorary means given as an honor without the usual requirements or payment. Paid means receiving money for work done.

Extravagance means lack of restraint in spending money. Economy means careful management of available resources.

Malicious means intending to do harm. Generous means showing a readiness to give more of something than is strictly necessary.

Exodus means a mass departure of people. Influx means an arrival or entry of large numbers of people or things.

Suppress means to restrain, hold back, or prevent something from developing. The test writer likely chose 'grow' as the opposite because suppression prevents growth, though this relationship is indirect. Better antonyms would be encourage or express.

Graceful means having or showing grace or elegance. Rough means lacking gentleness or polish.

Hapless means unfortunate or unlucky. Fortuitous means happening by a lucky chance, making it the most appropriate opposite among the choices.