Antonyms

How to solve antonyms

Verbal

Pick the word that means the opposite of the prompt word.

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Example 1Difficulty 1

Which word is most nearly the opposite of CALM?

Answer: B. Here is why:

  1. The opposite of calm is agitated.
Example 2Difficulty 1

Which word is most nearly the opposite of HARSH?

Answer: A. Here is why:

  1. The opposite of harsh is mild.
Example 3Difficulty 1

Which word is most nearly the opposite of FEEBLE?

Answer: B. Here is why:

  1. The opposite of feeble is powerful.