English Language

Antonyms

6,385 Questions
All Descriptive Adjective Antonyms 2246 Action Verb Antonyms 1544 Abstract Noun Antonyms 1250 Gradable vs. Binary Opposites 325 Connotation Reversals 314 Homograph / Context-Dependent Opposites 230 Root-Based Deceptive Opposites 228 Phrasal Verb Antonyms 34

Antonyms Questions

Multiple choice

Directions: Part of the stem word in bold capitals has been underlined to emphasize the root word used. Some suggested antonyms are given. Choose the word or phrase which is most nearly opposite in meaning to the stem word.

PLATITUDE

  1. concise

  2. original

  3. insubstantial

  4. relevant

  5. insincere
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

A platitude is a trite, commonplace, or unoriginal remark. Original means new, fresh, or creative, making it the opposite of something trite and overused.

Multiple choice

Directions: Part of the stem word in bold capitals has been underlined to emphasize the root word used. Some suggested antonyms are given. Choose the word or phrase which is most nearly opposite in meaning to the stem word.

SUPINE

  1. vigilant

  2. flustered

  3. distorted

  4. brittle

  5. awkward
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Supine means lying on one's back, but figuratively means showing mental or moral lethargy, inactivity, or indifference. Vigilant means watchful, alert, and attentive, which is the opposite of being passive or inactive.

Multiple choice

Directions: Part of the stem word in bold capitals has been underlined to emphasize the root word used. Some suggested antonyms are given. Choose the word or phrase which is most nearly opposite in meaning to the stem word.

VULNERABLE

  1. empty

  2. sullen

  3. modest

  4. safe

  5. severe
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Vulnerable means susceptible to harm, defenseless, or exposed to danger. Safe means protected from harm or danger, making it the direct opposite.

Multiple choice

Directions: Part of the stem word in bold capitals has been underlined to emphasize the root word used. Some suggested antonyms are given. Choose the word or phrase which is most nearly opposite in meaning to the stem word.

PERPETUAL

  1. antecedent

  2. coincident

  3. intermittent

  4. precipitous

  5. languorous
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Perpetual means continuing indefinitely, never-ending, or constant. Intermittent means occurring at irregular intervals, not continuous, making it the opposite of perpetual.