Vocabulary – Antonyms Set 1

Vocabulary – Analogy Set 1

Antonym/Synonym Questions are a very important part of vocabulary section. This section is usually asked in comprehensions.

Directions (1-10): Choose the option which is the antonym of the word mentioned in the question.

Q1. Exhilaration
(a) lowness
(b) dejection
(c) lukewarm
(d) hostility

Q2. Irreverent
(a) reverent
(b) magnificent
(c) saintly
(d) insincere

Q3. Accelerate
(a) exempt
(b) defer
(c) hasten
(d) expel

Q4. Vigorous
(a) momentary
(b) emotional
(c) suppressed
(d) decrepit

Q5. Consecrate
(a) desist
(b) integrate
(c) desecrate
(d) confuse

Q6. Restore
(a) Break up
(b) Tumble
(c) Topple
(d) Sacrifice

Q7. Prematurely
(a) Ripen
(b) Perfectly
(c) Completely
(d) Crown

Q8. Drained
(a) Complete
(b) Occupy
(c) Stuff
(d) Coat

Q9. Thawed
(a) Freeze
(b) Chilled
(c) Refrigerated
(d) Cooled

Q10. Luxuries
(a) Necessities
(b) Problems
(c) Infelicities
(d) Diseases

ANSWERS:

S1. Ans.(b)
Sol. Exhilaration-a feeling of excitement, happiness, or elation., dejection- a sad and depressed state; low spirits.

S2. Ans.(a)
Sol. reverent-feeling or showing deep and solemn respect.

S3. Ans.(b)
Sol. defer-put off (an action or event) to a later time; postpone.

S4. Ans.(d)
Sol. Vigorous-strong, healthy, and full of energy., decrepit-worn out or ruined because of age or neglect.

S5. Ans.(c)
Sol. Consecrate-make or declare (something, typically a church) sacred; dedicate formally to a religious purpose., desecrate-treat (a sacred place or thing) with violent disrespect.

S6. Ans.(a)
Sol. restore- bring back or re-establish (a previous right, practice, or situation).

S7. Ans.(a)
Sol. Prematurely -before the due time; ahead of time

S8. Ans.(c)
Sol. Drained -cause the water or other liquid in (something) to run out, leaving it empty or dry.

S9. Ans.(a)
Sol. Thawed -the weather becomes warmer and causes snow and ice to melt.

S10. Ans.(a)
Sol. Luxuries- a state of great comfort or elegance, especially when involving great expense.