English Language
Antonyms
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Antonyms are a crucial part of the English language section in competitive exams, testing a candidate's vocabulary depth. Questions require selecting the exact opposite meaning of a given keyword from multiple options. Regular practice with these words enhances comprehension speed and accuracy for banking and SSC exams.
Vocabulary oppositesWord meaningsAdjective antonymsEnglish usage
Antonyms Questions
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Normal
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Exceptional
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Attentive
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Cautious
C
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Explanation
Negligent means failing to take proper care. The opposite (antonym) is 'attentive', which means paying close attention.
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Joined
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Neutral
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Sequential
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Blissful
B
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Explanation
Partisan means prejudiced in favor of a particular cause. 'Neutral' is the opposite, meaning unbiased.
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Jovial
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Serious
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Diplomatic
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Earthly
D
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Explanation
Celestial refers to the sky or outer space. 'Earthly' is the antonym, referring to things relating to the earth.
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Fickle
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Monthly
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Stable
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Sensible
D
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Explanation
Lunatic is mad or insane. ‘Sensible’ is the opposite.
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Genuine
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Unreliable
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Counterfeit
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Disloyal
C
Correct answer
Explanation
Here, counterfeit is the correct antonym of legitimate as it implies something that is inauthentic. Genuine is original, unreliable implies something that is not trustworthy and disloyal implies unfaithful.
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Improper
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Orthodox
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Natural
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Eccentric
D
Correct answer
Explanation
Here, eccentric is the correct antonym for regular as it implies something that is different. Improper implies something not right, orthodox implies traditional and natural implies the usual.
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Ordinary
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Attractive
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Domestic
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Informal
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Here, attractive is the correct antonym of homely as it implies something that has the power to attract. Ordinary implies something that is normal or common, domestic implies some activity related to home and informal implies something suited for everyday use.
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Transparent
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Shiny
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Opaque
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Connective
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Conscientious
C
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Explanation
Opaque is correct because it refers to something which is solid, such as a solid colour. With this in mind, opaque is opposite in meaning to the word clear.
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Clear
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Confusing
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Forgetful
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Connective
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Conscientious
E
Correct answer
Explanation
Conscientious is correct because it refers to being careful. With this in mind, it is directly opposite in meaning to careless.
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Progressive
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Considerable
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Conceited
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Refuse
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Conserable
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Negligible means so small or unimportant as to be not worth considering, while considerable means notably large or significant. Option B correctly identifies this antonym pair. Option E 'Conserable' is a typo.
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Changeable
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Contemptible
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Contented
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Contaminative
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Considerate
E
Correct answer
Explanation
Selfish means lacking consideration for others. Considerate means careful not to cause inconvenience or hurt to others, making it the correct antonym.
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Changeable
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Contemptible
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Contented
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Contaminative
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Considerate
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Constant means to remain the same (i.e. unchanging). With this in mind, the word with the opposite meaning is changeable.
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Clear
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Tidy
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Congested
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Connective
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Conscientious
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Orderly refers to neat, clean and tidy, whereas congested refers to things which are tangled or stuffed into a small place. With this in mind, congested is the correct choice because it is opposite in meaning to orderly.
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Progressive
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Considerable
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Conceited
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Refuse
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Conservable
A
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Explanation
Conservative is tending to preserve established traditions or institutions and resisting changes, while progressive is moving forward or onward/ favouring changes and reforms.
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Changeable
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Contempt
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Contented
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Contaminative
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Considerate
C
Correct answer
Explanation
Dissatisfied means not content or happy with something. Contented means feeling or expressing happiness or satisfaction.